Ag Services- Laycne, Ls Cygne Wildlife Area

The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is soliciting agricultural service permits for three wildlife areas: La Cygne Wildlife Area, Marais des Cygnes Wildlife Area in Miami County, and Marais des Cygnes Wildlife Area in Linn County. The procurement seeks qualified individuals to bid on agricultural land use permits covering approximately 100 acres at La Cygne, 140 acres at Marais des Cygnes (Miami County), and 280 acres at Marais des Cygnes (Linn County). The initial contract term is two years with options to renew for up to two additional three-year terms. Bidders can submit proposals for one or all three areas, with one bidder to be awarded per area. Agricultural permits will be bid on a cash payment per acre basis, with specific conditions including a 10% reduction for no-till farming practices, primarily focusing on corn and bean cultivation with potential wheat plantings. Key objectives include supporting wildlife management through specific cropping requirements, leaving a percentage of standing crops for wildlife benefits, and implementing conservation practices. The bid event (ID 17300-EVT0010242) is open from March 27, 2025, to April 24, 2025, with bids due by 2:00 PM CST on April 24, 2025.

The procurement includes provisions for bidder preferences, specifically highlighting opportunities for Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses and Certified Businesses. Political subdivisions such as cities, counties, and school districts are permitted to utilize the contract, though the state assumes no responsibility for their payments. Bidders must meet several administrative requirements, including obtaining a current Tax Clearance Certificate, completing Immigration Reform and Control Act documentation, and submitting forms related to sexual harassment and boycott policies. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the per-acre payment structure suggests financial compensation will be determined through the bidding process. Additional requirements include compliance with state policies discouraging human trafficking, potential use of a Procurement Card (P-Card) for purchases, and adherence to specific agricultural and conservation guidelines. Vendors must be prepared to provide all necessary machinery, equipment, labor, seeds, and fertilizers, and must actively engage in farming or ranching as a primary means of livelihood. The contract emphasizes environmental stewardship, wildlife management, and collaborative agricultural practices that support the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks' conservation objectives.