2027 Farm Lease Bid(s)

The County of Wicomico, Maryland is soliciting sealed bids to lease three public park parcels for agricultural (farming) and limited hunting use for the 2027 calendar year. Successful vendors will pay a one‑time rental fee for the right to farm up to 45 acres at Pemberton Park, 100 acres at West Metro Core Park, and 18 tillable acres (within a 255‑acre WinterPlace Park parcel) while also receiving limited hunting rights on the latter. The lease term is one year, with a possible two‑year renewal option at the same price if both parties agree. Bids must be submitted electronically by October 29, 2026, 2:30 pm; questions were due by October 22, 2026. Vendors must be licensed in Maryland, provide certificates of good standing, and meet standard qualification and insurance requirements. • Lease of 45 acres (Pemberton Park) – farming only, no livestock, fertilizer, or manure storage. • Lease of 100 acres (West Metro Core Park) – split 50 acres irrigated, 50 acres unirrigated; farming only, same restrictions. • Lease of 18 acres (WinterPlace Park) – farming plus waterfowl, upland game, and deer hunting (shotguns/bows only). • One‑year term (Jan 1 2027 – Dec 31 2027) with fixed pricing; optional two‑year extensions at unchanged rates. • Submission via Wicomico County e‑procurement portal; bids valid for at least 60 days. • Required attachments: certificates of good standing, affidavits, references, and a completed pricing table.