City of Fort Scott 2026 Ground Lease - Fields B & C Bid
City of Fort ScottCity · Fort Scott, KS- Due
- Mar 12, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 12, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Alek Shelden
- (620) 223-0480
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Summary
The City of Fort Scott is soliciting sealed bids for a twelve-month ground lease of Fields B & C, totaling approximately 94 acres of bottomland for farming purposes.
The lease term requires all crops to be harvested by February 28, 2027. The winning bidder is responsible for weed control along roadways (maintaining height at two feet or less) and must perform one-time discing on Field A (approximately 85 acres) where the City applies bio-solids. Bidders must provide proof of $1,000,000 liability insurance naming the City as an additional insured. Only lump sum bids will be accepted; sharecropping proposals are prohibited. Bids are due to the City Clerk by 10:00 a.m. on March 12, 2026.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
proof of insurance, sealed bid
- Submit to
- City Clerk’s office, 123 S. Main, Fort Scott, Kansas 66701
- Duration
- 12 months
- Scope location
- Fort Scott, Kansas
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of Fort Scott?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 12, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: City Clerk’s office, 123 S. Main, Fort Scott, Kansas 66701. For questions, contact Alek Shelden.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of Fort Scott in KS, 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 Alek Shelden at (620) 223-0480. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from City of Fort Scott?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Fort Scott are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Fort Scott 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 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: proof of insurance, sealed bid. Review the full document from City of Fort Scott for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Fort Scott, Kansas. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
