Indiana Department of Natural Resources - Winamac FWA Farm Lease - RFQ #003000000088954 (2026)
Branchville Correctional Facility | State of IndianaState · Branchville, IN- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 27 days left
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Jen Reeves
- (317) 232-4088
The 30-second brief
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for Farm Lease Services at the Winamac Fish and Wildlife Area located in Winamac, Indiana. The contract encompasses 201 acres of crop land (corn) annually across multiple tenant farm fields for a 4-year term. Bidders must submit a cash bid representing 25% of the four-year contract rent payment, along with completed Event Detail RFQ forms, Claiming Purchasing Preferences, Non-Collusion Certification, and associated compliance forms. Responses are due by December 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST, and all questions must be submitted no less than 7 days prior to bidding completion.
201 acres of crops (corn) annually, 4 acres of crops left standing each contract year for wildlife management
Highest cash bid, Review of performance and compliance with terms of past leases
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Summary
The Indiana Department of Natural Resources is seeking bids for Farm Lease Services at the Winamac Fish and Wildlife Area located in Winamac, Indiana.
The contract encompasses 201 acres of crop land (corn) annually across multiple tenant farm fields for a 4-year term. Bidders must submit a cash bid representing 25% of the four-year contract rent payment, along with completed Event Detail RFQ forms, Claiming Purchasing Preferences, Non-Collusion Certification, and associated compliance forms. Responses are due by December 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST, and all questions must be submitted no less than 7 days prior to bidding completion.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Highest cash bid, Review of performance and compliance with terms of past leases
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
201 acres of crops (corn) annually, 4 acres of crops left standing each contract year for wildlife management
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Event Detail RFQ forms
- Claiming Purchasing Preferences form
- Non-Collusion Certification and Signature page
- Certified check
- Cashier's check or Money order for cash bid
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Winamac, IN
- Reported agency
- Indiana Department of Natural Resources
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Branchville Correctional Facility | State of Indiana?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Jen Reeves.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Branchville Correctional Facility | State of Indiana in IN, 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 RFQ 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 Jen Reeves at (317) 232-4088. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: 201 acres of crops (corn) annually, 4 acres of crops left standing each contract year for wildlife management. 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 cash bid, Review of performance and compliance with terms of past leases" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 4 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 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 RFQ?
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: Event Detail RFQ forms, Claiming Purchasing Preferences form, Non-Collusion Certification and Signature page, Certified check, Cashier's check or Money order for cash bid. Review the full document from Branchville Correctional Facility | State of Indiana for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Winamac, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.