City of St. James Advertisement for Bids - Farmland Rental 2025
City of St. JamesCity · St. James, MN- Due
- Nov 12, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 23, 2025
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Amanda Knoll
The 30-second brief
The City of St. James is soliciting sealed bids for the rental of two separate farmland parcels for a four-year term beginning in 2025 and terminating no later than December 31, 2029. Parcel #1 consists of approximately 110 acres of tillable farmland in Rosendale Township, Watonwan County. Parcel #2 consists of approximately 21.9 acres of hay ground. Bids must be submitted on a price-per-acre basis for cash rent only. The lease requires 50% payment by February 1st and the balance by November 1st annually. Due to proximity to the airport runway, specific safety requirements apply, including the use of flashing amber lights on vehicles and coordination with the Street/Park Superintendent. Sealed bids are due by 10:00 AM on November 12, 2025, at the City Manager's office, where they will be opened and bidders may have the opportunity to raise their bids.
Sealed bids, Financing statement, Signed written lease
Highest bid, best interest of the City
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Summary
The City of St.
James is soliciting sealed bids for the rental of two separate farmland parcels for a four-year term beginning in 2025 and terminating no later than December 31, 2029. Parcel #1 consists of approximately 110 acres of tillable farmland in Rosendale Township, Watonwan County. Parcel #2 consists of approximately 21.9 acres of hay ground. Bids must be submitted on a price-per-acre basis for cash rent only. The lease requires 50% payment by February 1st and the balance by November 1st annually. Due to proximity to the airport runway, specific safety requirements apply, including the use of flashing amber lights on vehicles and coordination with the Street/Park Superintendent. Sealed bids are due by 10:00 AM on November 12, 2025, at the City Manager's office, where they will be opened and bidders may have the opportunity to raise their bids.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Highest bid, best interest of the City
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Sealed bids
- Financing statement
- Signed written lease
- Submit to
- 1205 6th Avenue South, St. James, MN 56081
- Scope location
- St. James, MN
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from City of St. James?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 12, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: 1205 6th Avenue South, St. James, MN 56081. For questions, contact Amanda Knoll.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including City of St. James in MN, 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 Amanda Knoll. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Sealed bids, Financing statement, Signed written lease. 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: "Highest bid, best interest of the City" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from City of St. James?
All active and historical solicitations from City of St. James are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, City of St. James 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 4 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. Review the full document from City of St. James for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: St. James, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.