City of Moline Farming of City-Owned Properties RFP Legal 2026-1
Town of MillsCity · Mills, IL- Due
- Mar 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 27, 2026
- Primary contact
- Amy Saunders
- (309) 524-2012
The 30-second brief
The City of Moline is seeking a farmer to utilize 150 tillable acres of city-owned land for crop production and seasonal leaf tilling. Proposals must include a rental rate per acre and be submitted via the IONWAVE portal by March 2, 2026.
Farming operation plan, Proposed rent amount
Conduct of farming operation, rent amount
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Summary
The City of Moline is seeking a farmer to utilize 150 tillable acres of city-owned land for crop production and seasonal leaf tilling. Proposals must include a rental rate per acre and be submitted via the IONWAVE portal by March 2, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Conduct of farming operation, rent amount
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Farming operation plan, Proposed rent amount
- Submit to
- IONWAVE portal
- Scope location
- Moline, IL
- Reported agency
- City of Moline
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Town of Mills?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 2, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: IONWAVE portal. For questions, contact Amy Saunders.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Town of Mills in IL, 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 Amy Saunders at (309) 524-2012. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Farming operation plan, Proposed rent amount. 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: "Conduct of farming operation, rent amount" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Mills?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Mills are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Mills 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 Town of Mills for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Moline, IL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.