RFP - Haying on County Property 240919.pdf

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Harvest Grass Hay on County-Owned Property
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RFP-09192024-001
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Pueblo County, Colorado

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This is a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by Park County Administration in Fairplay, Colorado, seeking a vendor/operator to harvest grass hay on county-owned property. The three-year contract, with potential annual renewal, involves harvesting approximately 15-30 tons of hay from the Deer Creek Meadow. Interested parties must submit their bid proposal by October 1, 2024, to Mike Smith, Interim County Manager, either by mail to PO Box 1373, Fairplay, CO 80440 or via email to Mike.Smith@parkcountyco.gov. The bid should include a cover letter not exceeding two pages and responses to three evaluation criteria: the bidder's general background, experience with similar contracts (including references), and estimated timeframe for hay harvest and removal.

The County will evaluate bids based on the submitted materials, with an interview committee determining the most suitable vendor to meet the county's needs. Bids will be priced per ton of hay harvested and should reflect fair market value at the time of harvest. The County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. Potential bidders with questions are directed to contact Stevie Wilcox at stevie.wilcox@parkcountyco.gov or 719-836-4245. The selection procedure involves the interview committee initiating negotiations with the chosen vendor and making a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners for final approval.

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Park County Administration 856 Castello Avenue, Fairplay, CO 80440

Office (719) 836-4201 www.parkcountyco.gov

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September 19, 2024

Request for Proposal

Harvest Grass Hay on County-Owned Property

The Board of County Commissioners intends to contract with a vendor/operator for a three (3) year period with annual renewal to harvest grass hay on county property known as the Deer Creek Meadow.

It is estimated that approximately 15-30 tons of hay will be harvested. All bids will be based on a price per ton for all hay harvested and should reflect a fair market value at the time the hay is harvested.

BID PREPARATION

Interested parties should submit one (1) copy of their bid, no later than October 1, 2024, to the attention of Mike Smith, Interim County Manager. Submittals may be mailed to PO Box 1373, Fairplay, CO 80440, or emailed to Mike.Smith@parkcountyco.gov .

Submittals should contain a cover letter, not exceeding two pages, and concise, informative responses to each of the selection criteria listed below. Other information may be included, as well.

EVALUATION CRITERIA

The Commissioners will evaluate each bid based on the following factors:

1. General background of bidding party.

2. Experience with similar operation contracts. Include references.

3. What estimated time frame will all the hay be harvested and removed from the property.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Based on the information contained in the bid, an interview committee will determine which party could best meet the needs of the County. The interview committee will initiate negotiations with the successful party and make a recommendation to the Board of County Commissioners for approval.

The County reserves the right to reject any or all proposals received.

Questions regarding this request for proposal (RFP) should be directed to Stevie Wilcox, stevie.wilcox@parkcountyco.gov, or 719-836-4245.

mailto:Mike.Smith@parkcountyco.gov mailto:stevie.wilcox@parkcountyco.gov

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