Fertilizer for Peck Ranch

The Missouri Department of Conservation is requesting bids on fertilizer delivery to Peck Ranch Conservation Area and National Park Service lands in the Ozark Region, with proposals due July 30, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Central Time. Organization for the Blind/Sheltered Workshop or Service-Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise participation is required at a minimum of $5,000 or 2% of total contract value, whichever is greater.

The scope covers application of fertilizer meeting nutrient specifications of 30 pounds per acre actual nitrogen (ammonium nitrate form), 40 pounds per acre actual phosphorous, and 40 pounds per acre actual potassium across two line items: 400 acres at Peck Ranch and 460 acres at National Park Service lands, totaling approximately 860 acres. Fertilizer must be delivered to Peck Ranch by October 10, 2026, and to National Park Service fields by October 15, 2026, with application activities beginning as early as September 1, 2026. Pricing must be firm and fixed on an FOB Destination, Freight Prepaid and Allowed basis and must include a $10.00 per acre tonnage fee not to exceed 1,000 acres. The Department reserves the right to add or remove service areas during the contract period at the stated prices.

The contract period extends from award through November 30, 2026. Liquidated damages of 20% of the per-acre price apply for each pound of fertilizer not delivered by the specified deadline dates. The Department will conduct random field inspections by the Department of Agriculture and Department of Conservation to verify compliance with fertilizer mix specifications.

Suppliers must comply with Missouri tax compliance requirements, obtain a "Vendor No Tax Due" certificate from the Missouri Department of Revenue, register with the Missouri Secretary of State, complete E-Verify enrollment if classified as a business entity, and provide certification regarding debarment and suspension. Responses are due electronically via MissouriBUYS or by mail. No pre-bid conference or site tour is scheduled.