City of Los Banos Request for Proposals for Lease of Agricultural Property - APN 454-0200-001 (2025)
City of Los BanosCity · Los Banos, CA- Due
- Nov 12, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2025
- Primary contact
- Joe Heim
The 30-second brief
The City of Los Banos is soliciting proposals from qualified agricultural operators to lease and maintain approximately 243 acres of farmland located at the City's Wastewater Treatment Plant, identified by APN 454-0200-001. The property is being leased in its current as-is condition for agricultural use. Interested operators must submit one hard copy of their proposal to the City Clerk at 520 J Street, Los Banos, CA 93635 by 4:00 P.M. PDST on November 12, 2025. Questions regarding submissions must be emailed to Joe Heim, Acting Public Works Director, before 5:00 P.M. PDST on October 29, 2025. Responses to clarifications will be posted by October 31, 2025. The successful proposer will enter into a Professional Services Agreement approved by the City Council.
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Summary
The City of Los Banos is soliciting proposals from qualified agricultural operators to lease and maintain approximately 243 acres of farmland located at the City's Wastewater Treatment Plant, identified by APN 454-0200-001.
The property is being leased in its current as-is condition for agricultural use. Interested operators must submit one hard copy of their proposal to the City Clerk at 520 J Street, Los Banos, CA 93635 by 4:00 P.M. PDST on November 12, 2025. Questions regarding submissions must be emailed to Joe Heim, Acting Public Works Director, before 5:00 P.M. PDST on October 29, 2025. Responses to clarifications will be posted by October 31, 2025. The successful proposer will enter into a Professional Services Agreement approved by the City Council.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Proposal Evaluation
- Submit to
- City of Los Banos, City Clerk, 520 J Street, Los Banos, CA 93635
- Scope location
- Los Banos, CA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from City of Los Banos?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 2025. Submissions should be delivered to: City of Los Banos, City Clerk, 520 J Street, Los Banos, CA 93635. For questions, contact Joe Heim.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including City of Los Banos in CA, 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 Joe Heim. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Proposal Evaluation" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of Los Banos?
All active and historical solicitations from City of Los Banos are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of Los Banos 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. Review the full document from City of Los Banos for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Los Banos, CA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.