25AL2552 Redwing Slough S. N. A. - Chain O' Lakes - Farm Lease

The state of Illinois, through the Department of Natural Resources, is seeking to contract with Larry Holst to farm approximately 25 acres of land at the Redwing Slough State Natural Area from 2025-2029. This is a small purchase with sole source conditions, not a solicitation for services. The contract will involve the farming of the designated land parcel located in Lake County. The awarded contractor will be required to comply with the Standard Illinois Certifications, which outline 33 specific requirements related to eligibility, debarment, tax payments, environmental protections, labor practices, and information technology accessibility. Additionally, the contractor must adhere to the Standard Terms and Conditions, which provide details on project requirements, response deadlines, and contract term and renewal options.

This contracting opportunity does not appear to have any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. The incumbent vendor is Larry Holst, who will be awarded the contract for the 2025-2029 period. No specific award value or budget range is provided in the materials, as this is a small purchase with sole source conditions.