20AL2530 Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site Farm Lease

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is contracting with Jackie Nichols (Nichols Farms) to perform agricultural farming services on 14.3 acres of land at the Lincoln Log Cabin State Historic Site. The contract will be in effect from 2020 through 2023. This is not a solicitation for services, but rather a direct award to the vendor. The scope of work includes all necessary farming activities, such as planting, cultivating, harvesting, and maintaining the agricultural land. The key objectives are to provide educational opportunities and maintain the historic site's farm operations. Qualifications required of the vendor include experience in sustainable farming practices and a demonstrated understanding of the historical significance of the site.

The contract is limited to the state of Illinois and is not open to a wider competition. No set-aside designations or restrictions on the type of organization are specified. The incumbent vendor, Jackie Nichols, is the current contractor, and the contract value or budget range is not provided in the information given.