Description
The State of Illinois Department of Natural Resources is awarding a sole‑source farm lease for approximately 42.20 acres at Frank Holten State Recreation Area. The lease runs for five years (2027‑2032) and requires the vendor, Dan Trost, to provide all labor, equipment, seed, fertilizer, insurance, and management needed to operate the agricultural operation. The contract is valued at $120,630.40, generating modest revenue for the State while delivering a larger benefit to the vendor. This opportunity is relevant for firms that provide farm‑management services, agricultural production, or related equipment/inputs for lease‑type projects.
• 42.20‑acre agricultural lease, St. Clair County, IL
• 5‑year term (Mar 2027 – Feb 2032) with total contract value $120,630.40
• Vendor must perform all farming activities (labor, machinery, inputs, insurance)
• Sole‑source justification under Illinois statutes for parcels ≤ 50 acres