Caroline County Agricultural Land Lease RFP 2026 - CCDF2026-01 Hayman Farm
Caroline CountyCounty · Caroline County, MD- Due
- Feb 18, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 22, 2026
- Primary contact
- Nicole Pearce
- (410) 479-4118
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SUMMARY
The County Commissioners of Caroline County, Maryland, are soliciting sealed bids for an Agricultural Land Lease Agreement under RFP# CCDF2026-01.
The procurement covers Parcel #1, known as Hayman Farm, located near Ridgely, Maryland on Race Track Road, comprising approximately 60 acres. Bidders are required to submit a price per acre. Note that the parcel is currently for sale, subject to lease agreement terms. Bids must be received at the Caroline County Department of Finance by February 18, 2026, at 10:00 AM, with a public opening to follow. Questions are due by February 11, 2026. Certified Minority Business Enterprises (MBE) are encouraged to respond.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Bid forms
- Drawings
- Plans
- Submit to
- 109 MARKET STREET DENTON, MD 21629
- Scope location
- Ridgely, MD
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Caroline County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 18, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: 109 MARKET STREET DENTON, MD 21629. For questions, contact Nicole Pearce.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Caroline County in MD, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Nicole Pearce at (410) 479-4118. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Caroline County?
All active and historical solicitations from Caroline County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Caroline County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: bid forms, drawings, plans. Review the full document from Caroline County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ridgely, MD. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.