Hillsborough County Lower Green Swamp Cattle Grazing Lease RFP-26-00069
Hillsborough CountyCounty · Tampa, FL- Due
- Jan 9, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 11, 2025
- Contract term
- 8 years
The 30-second brief
Hillsborough County seeks a contractor to lease 7,905 acres at Lower Green Swamp Nature Preserve for cattle grazing and land maintenance. The 8-year contract includes invasive species control and fencing maintenance, with proposals due Jan. 9, 2026.
Spraying and control of invasive plant species, Fertilization, Fencing maintenance, Access road maintenance, Removal of feral hogs
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Summary
Hillsborough County seeks a contractor to lease 7,905 acres at Lower Green Swamp Nature Preserve for cattle grazing and land maintenance. The 8-year contract includes invasive species control and fencing maintenance, with proposals due Jan. 9, 2026.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Spraying and control of invasive plant species
- Fertilization
- Fencing maintenance
- Access road maintenance
- Removal of feral hogs
- Scope location
- Lower Green Swamp Nature Preserve, FL
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Hillsborough County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 9, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Hillsborough County in FL, 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.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Spraying and control of invasive plant species, Fertilization, Fencing maintenance, Access road maintenance, Removal of feral hogs. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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Where can I find more RFPs from Hillsborough County?
All active and historical solicitations from Hillsborough County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Hillsborough 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 8 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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 Hillsborough 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: Lower Green Swamp Nature Preserve, FL. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.