Description
The Illinois Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for agricultural farming services on State-owned property located within Horseshoe Lake Madison State Park. The lease is for approximately 374.50 acres of land in 2026 and 2027 for agricultural purposes. The successful bidder will be required to provide all necessary labor, machinery, tools, seed, fertilizer, equipment, and insurance to perform the work. The contract will be for a period of 2 years, with an estimated annual value to the State of $66,400.55 in 2026 and $81,079.25 in 2027. The bidder will be required to submit a bid that includes the price per acre, and the State will evaluate the bids based on the price and other factors.
• The lease is for agricultural farming services on State-owned property.
• The property is located within Horseshoe Lake Madison State Park.
• The lease is for approximately 374.50 acres of land in 2026 and 2027.
• The successful bidder will be required to provide all necessary labor, machinery, tools, seed, fertilizer, equipment, and insurance.
• The contract will be for a period of 2 years.
• The estimated annual value to the State is $66,400.55 in 2026 and $81,079.25 in 2027.