EXEMPT NOTICE: DNR Real Estate Acquisition, Dixon Springs State Park

This state and/or local contracting opportunity is for the acquisition of 1.53 acres of land at Dixon Springs State Park in Pope County, Illinois. The Illinois Department of Natural Resources has acquired the property from Michael and Deana Haefs for a total cost of $40,000, consisting of $21,000 for the land and $19,000 for improvements. The property is located in Pope County and is described in the attached legal description and map. This acquisition was made in accordance with 30 ILCS 500/1-10 b)6). The property consists of 1.53 acres of timber, with no restrictions or conditions. The procurement deadline is August 15, 2024.

This is an exempt notice, as the land acquisition was made directly by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources without a formal bidding process. There are no set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, as this was a direct purchase. The current contractor or incumbent is not specified. The total acquisition cost of $40,000 represents the budget for this procurement.