Request for Proposals: Lease of Surplus Property, Project No. 2623D

The City of Watertown, South Dakota, is seeking proposals to lease an approximately 2.91‑acre surplus parcel located near 7th St W and 26th Ave N. The land includes a small permanent structure and may be used only for hay production and equipment storage. The lease term is five years with options to renew for two additional five‑year periods. Proposals must be submitted electronically via Virtual BID by 4:00 p.m. on October 21, 2026. All solicitation documents, addenda, and notices are hosted on the Virtual BID website; interested parties must register as plan holders. The award will be made after the bid opening at City Hall. • 2.91‑acre parcel with existing structure • Permitted uses: hay production, equipment storage only • Initial lease term: 5 years, renewable twice for additional 5‑year terms • Submission method: electronic via Virtual BID • Deadline: 10/21/2026 4:00 PM • Contact: Engineer Luke Ammann, City of Watertown Engineering Division