Description
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for agricultural farming services on State-owned property located within Eldon Hazlet State Park. The lease is for approximately 163.80 acres from 2026 through 2030 for agricultural purposes. The annual value to the State is estimated at $28,173.60, and the annual value to the vendor is estimated at varying amounts depending on the crop year. The vendor will be required to provide all necessary labor, machinery, tools, seed, fertilizer, equipment, and insurance to perform the work. The contract will include requirements for insurance, indemnification, and compliance with laws and regulations. Key aspects of the job include:
• Providing agricultural farming services on State-owned property
• Lease term: 2026-2030
• Approximately 163.80 acres
• Annual value to the State: $28,173.60
• Annual value to the vendor: varying amounts
• Requirements for insurance, indemnification, and compliance with laws and regulations
• Vendor must provide all necessary labor, machinery, tools, seed, fertilizer, equipment, and insurance