23AL2380 Pyramid State Park-Denmark Unit Farm Lease 2380

The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for agricultural farming services on state-owned property located within Pyramid State Park in Pope County, Illinois. The contract, identified as 23AL2380 Pyramid State Park-Denmark Unit Farm Lease 2380, involves leasing approximately 425.2 acres of land for a 4-year term with the potential for 1-3 additional renewal terms. Bids will be evaluated based on the price per acre per year, and lessees may propose acceptable services in lieu of cash payments. The contract term is scheduled to begin on March 1, 2023 or upon signature of the IDNR Director, whichever is later, and terminate on February 28, 2027. The total term of the contract, including any renewals and extensions, cannot exceed 10 years. Responses to the Invitation for Bid (IFB) are due by January 31, 2023.

The IFB does not indicate any small business, minority, women, or veteran-owned business set-asides. The current incumbent's information is not provided. Funding for this contract may be partially or totally from federal sources, but specific amounts are not disclosed. The total award value is $11,905.60 per year. Lessees must comply with relevant state and federal laws and regulations, and the contract may be partially or totally funded with federal funds.