Harvest Grass Hay on County-Owned Property

Pueblo County is seeking a vendor/operator to harvest grass hay on county-owned property known as the Deer Creek Meadow through a three-year contract with potential annual renewal. The procurement opportunity involves harvesting approximately 15-30 tons of hay, with bids to be submitted on a per-ton basis reflecting fair market value at harvest time. Interested parties must submit their proposals by October 30, 2024, with evaluations based on the bidder's general background, experience with similar contracts, and proposed timeframe for hay harvest and removal. The selection process will involve an interview committee reviewing submissions and recommending a vendor to the Board of County Commissioners for final approval. Key evaluation criteria include the bidder's professional background, demonstrated experience in similar agricultural harvesting contracts, and ability to efficiently remove hay from the specified county property. Potential bidders with questions are advised to contact the county administration for additional clarification about the solicitation requirements.

While no specific set-aside designations or restrictions on respondent types are explicitly mentioned in the documentation, the procurement appears open to qualified agricultural operators or hay harvesting businesses. The contract does not indicate a predetermined budget range, instead specifying that pricing will be determined on a per-ton basis of harvested hay. The estimated hay volume ranges from 15-30 tons, which suggests potential revenue variability for the selected vendor. The county reserves the right to reject any or all proposals, maintaining flexibility in the selection process. Interested vendors should be prepared to provide references and demonstrate capability to efficiently harvest and remove hay from the Deer Creek Meadow property within the specified contract terms. The three-year contract structure with potential annual renewal offers stability for the selected vendor, contingent upon satisfactory performance and continued county needs.