City of Bolivar - Airport Mowing and Bailing - Hay Bid Proposal 2026
- Due
- Oct 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Paula Henderson
- (417) 326-2489
The 30-second brief
The City of Bolivar is accepting bids for hay cultivation, cutting, raking, and baling for two properties at the city municipal airport. The contract term is for the remainder of the 2026 haying season through October 1, 2029, with potential renewals. Bidders may bid on packet 1 (130 acres m/l) or packet 2 (11 acres m/l), or both. Contractors will cultivate and cut hay fields at the Bolivar Municipal Airport, ensuring the first cutting occurs no later than July 1 and the second cutting no later than October 1 each calendar year. Bids are due by October 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Bolivar City Hall, 345 S. Main, Bolivar, MO 65613.
Packet 1 - 130 Acres, Packet 2 - 11 Acres
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Summary
The City of Bolivar is accepting bids for hay cultivation, cutting, raking, and baling for two properties at the city municipal airport.
The contract term is for the remainder of the 2026 haying season through October 1, 2029, with potential renewals. Bidders may bid on packet 1 (130 acres m/l) or packet 2 (11 acres m/l), or both. Contractors will cultivate and cut hay fields at the Bolivar Municipal Airport, ensuring the first cutting occurs no later than July 1 and the second cutting no later than October 1 each calendar year. Bids are due by October 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Bolivar City Hall, 345 S. Main, Bolivar, MO 65613.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
BEST bid
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Packet 1 - 130 Acres, Packet 2 - 11 Acres
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Agreement, Affidavit of Employment Legality
- Submit to
- Bolivar City Clerk, 345 S. Main, Bolivar, MO 65613 or PO Box 9, Bolivar, MO 65613
- Scope location
- Bolivar, MO
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Bolivar?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 8, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Bolivar City Clerk, 345 S. Main, Bolivar, MO 65613 or PO Box 9, Bolivar, MO 65613. For questions, contact Paula Henderson.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Bolivar in MO, 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 Bid 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 Paula Henderson at (417) 326-2489. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Packet 1 - 130 Acres, Packet 2 - 11 Acres. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "BEST bid" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Bolivar?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Bolivar are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Bolivar regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Agreement, Affidavit of Employment Legality. Review the full document from City of Bolivar for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Bolivar, MO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.