Elk City Ag. Services Multiple Tracts

The Kansas Department of Administration's Procurement and Contracts office, in conjunction with the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, is soliciting bids for agricultural services across multiple tracts located in the Elk City Wildlife Area in Marion County. The procurement encompasses four distinct sectors: Card Creek C07 (55.69 acres), Iron Bridge C11 (213 acres), Barren Bottoms C08 (415.2 acres), and Hog Farm C10 (208 acres). Each tract has unique contract terms and pricing structures, with contract lengths ranging from 8 to 9 years and expiring on December 31, 2027, with potential renewal options for two additional 36-month periods. Bidders must submit proposals by March 18, 2025, at 2:00 PM CDT, with all questions due by February 21, 2025. Specific bid requirements include a cash rate per acre bid for Card Creek, a cash rate plus 10% crop share for Iron Bridge and Hog Farm, and a proposed percentage crop share split for Barren Bottoms. Successful contractors must provide Farmer's General Liability insurance of $500,000 or more and be responsible for maintaining access, controlling noxious weeds, and following specified agricultural practices outlined in annual permits.

The solicitation includes several bidder preference and set-aside provisions, specifically advantaging certified businesses and disabled veteran-owned businesses. Bidders must obtain a current Tax Clearance Certificate from the Kansas Department of Revenue and submit mandatory forms including Immigration Reform and Control, Sexual Harassment, and Boycott of Israel certifications. Political subdivisions are permitted to utilize the contract, and the state will accept procurement card (P-Card) payments. While specific award values are not explicitly stated, the extensive acreage and multi-year contract terms suggest significant potential revenue for successful bidders. Contractors must submit scale tickets with payments and are required to coordinate with KDWP before harvesting. No monetary bid guarantee is required, which may lower the barrier to entry for potential agricultural service providers. The procurement aims to secure agricultural services that align with the state's wildlife and land management objectives across these specific tracts.