Gratiot County Farm Agricultural Lease - Project 13-26
Gratiot CountyCounty · Gratiot County, MI- Due
- Nov 10, 2026
- 26 days left
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- Timothy Dolehanty
- (989) 875-5282
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SUMMARY
Gratiot County is requesting bids for a five-year agricultural lease of the County's 81.84-acre farmland located in the South Industrial Park in Ithaca, Michigan, with roughly 74 tillable acres.
The base lease term is effective from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2031. Proposals must be submitted electronically to [email protected] by November 10, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. Bidders must submit a maintenance performance bond of $5.00 per acre leased and provide evidence of general liability and motor vehicle insurance.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Lease Proposal form
- Maintenance Performance Bond
- Certificate of Insurance
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Ithaca, MI
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this Bid from Gratiot County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 10, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Timothy Dolehanty.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Gratiot County in MI, 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 Timothy Dolehanty at (989) 875-5282. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Gratiot County?
All active and historical solicitations from Gratiot County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Gratiot County 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 5 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 10, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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: Lease Proposal form, Maintenance Performance Bond, Certificate of Insurance. Review the full document from Gratiot County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Ithaca, MI. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.