Ag Services-Tuttle Creek-17 Tracts

The Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks is seeking agricultural crop production services for approximately 2,707 acres across 17 different tracts located in the Tuttle Creek Wildlife Area near Blue Rapids, Kansas. This Invitation for Bid (IFB) with Event ID EVT0010204 solicits proposals for a 10-year contract with options to renew for three additional 36-month periods. Bidders can submit proposals for one or multiple tracts, with tract sizes ranging from 22 to 478.3 acres. The procurement requires competitive bidding with pricing on a per-acre basis, with specific agricultural production requirements including mandatory milo planting annually, cover crop implementation, and restrictions on fall tillage. Key deliverables include crop production, adherence to specified crop rotation guidelines, and compliance with environmental management objectives. The bid is open from March 12, 2025, to April 16, 2025, at 2:00 PM CST, with potential bidders able to submit questions via email to the procurement officer prior to March 26, 2025. Payment terms are structured with 50% of annual rent due by April 1st for planned acres and the remaining 50% due by December 1st based on actual acres harvested.

The procurement allows for various bidder preferences, including opportunities for Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses, State Use Purchases, and Certified Businesses. Bidders must submit several mandatory forms, including a Tax Clearance Certificate, Immigration Reform and Control form, Sexual Harassment form, and Boycott of Israel form. Political subdivisions such as cities, counties, and school districts are permitted to utilize the contract, though the state assumes no responsibility for their payments. Potential bidders must disclose any significant legal convictions that might impact business integrity, and the state reserves the right to intercept payments for outstanding state debts. While specific budget ranges are not explicitly detailed, the comprehensive nature of the contract covering multiple tracts suggests significant potential revenue for the successful agricultural service provider. Procurement card (P-Card) payments will be accepted without additional charges, and bidders must comply with Kansas tax laws, immigration regulations, and open records requirements. The Department of Wildlife and Parks retains the right to remove land from production for management objectives and may choose to plant alternative crops like sunflowers in any contracted field.