City of Clinton Request for Proposals - Agricultural Lease - 6100 44th Avenue South, 2026
City of ClintonCity · Clinton, IA- Due
- Sep 24, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 26, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Krista Taplin
- (563) 242-2144
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The City of Clinton is seeking proposals for a one-year agricultural lease for approximately 39.08 acres of City-owned agricultural land located at 6100 44th Avenue South, Parcel 88-1132-0008. The lease is anticipated to run from March 1, 2027, through February 28, 2028, with an option for renewal upon mutual agreement of the parties under a cash-rent lease agreement. Proposals are due by September 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with questions due by September 17, 2026. Submissions may be delivered in person, by mail, or electronically via Ion Wave Technologies.
Proposed cash rent expressed as a total annual rental amount and dollar amount per acre, Name, Address, Telephone number, And email address of the proposer, A brief description of the proposer's farming experience and current agricultural operation.
Proposals will be evaluated by City staff, with a lease award recommended to and considered by the Clinton City Council.
SUMMARY
The City of Clinton is seeking proposals for a one-year agricultural lease for approximately 39.08 acres of City-owned agricultural land located at 6100 44th Avenue South, Parcel 88-1132-0008.
The lease is anticipated to run from March 1, 2027, through February 28, 2028, with an option for renewal upon mutual agreement of the parties under a cash-rent lease agreement. Proposals are due by September 24, 2026, at 2:00 PM, with questions due by September 17, 2026. Submissions may be delivered in person, by mail, or electronically via Ion Wave Technologies.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Proposals will be evaluated by City staff, with a lease award recommended to and considered by the Clinton City Council.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Proposed cash rent expressed as a total annual rental amount and dollar amount per acre, Name, Address, Telephone number, And email address of the proposer, A brief description of the proposer's farming experience and current agricultural operation.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Agricultural lease proposal
- Description of farming experience
- Email address
- Telephone number
- Price per acre bid lines
- Signed acknowledgment of important conditions and reservation of rights
- Submit to
- https://cityofclintoniowa.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=357&SourceType=2
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Clinton, IA
- Projected sq ft
- 3,908 sq ft
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Clinton?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 24, 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: https://cityofclintoniowa.ionwave.net/PublicDetail.aspx?bidID=357&SourceType=2. For questions, contact Krista Taplin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Clinton in IA, 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 Krista Taplin at (563) 242-2144. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Proposed cash rent expressed as a total annual rental amount and dollar amount per acre, Name, Address, Telephone number, And email address of the proposer, A brief description of the proposer's farming experience and current agricultural operation.. 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: "Proposals will be evaluated by City staff, with a lease award recommended to and considered by the Clinton City Council." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Clinton?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Clinton are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Clinton 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 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: Agricultural lease proposal, description of farming experience, email address, telephone number, price per acre bid lines, signed acknowledgment of important conditions and reservation of rights.. Review the full document from City of Clinton for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Clinton, IA. The total projected area is 3908 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.