Lewis Central Community School District RFP to Lease Farm Property 2026
Lewis Central Community School DistrictSchool · Council Bluffs, IA- Due
- Oct 14, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Brent Hoesing
- (712) 366-8248
The 30-second brief
The Lewis Central Community School District is requesting proposals to lease approximately 80 acres of district-owned farm property in Pottawattamie County, Iowa. The property consists of three parcels: 14.0 acres (CO BLUFFS LEWIS AGRI 17-74-43), 38 acres (CO BLUFFS LEWIS AGRI 17-74-43 SW NW), and 29 acres (CO BLUFFS LEWIS AGRI 18-74-43 E1/2 NE). Bidders must use the District's official lease form. Prospective bidders may view the property between September 21 and October 9, 2026, by arrangement with Superintendent Brent Hoesing. Sealed offers must be received at the District Administration Center by 12:00 p.m. on October 14, 2026. The District reserves the right to reject any or all offers and waive irregularities to serve its best interests.
Completed lease form provided by the District, Sealed envelope marked OFFER TO LEASE REAL ESTATE
Best interests of the District, additional information requested for evaluation, right to waive irregularities
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Summary
The Lewis Central Community School District is requesting proposals to lease approximately 80 acres of district-owned farm property in Pottawattamie County, Iowa.
The property consists of three parcels: 14.0 acres (CO BLUFFS LEWIS AGRI 17-74-43), 38 acres (CO BLUFFS LEWIS AGRI 17-74-43 SW NW), and 29 acres (CO BLUFFS LEWIS AGRI 18-74-43 E1/2 NE). Bidders must use the District's official lease form. Prospective bidders may view the property between September 21 and October 9, 2026, by arrangement with Superintendent Brent Hoesing. Sealed offers must be received at the District Administration Center by 12:00 p.m. on October 14, 2026. The District reserves the right to reject any or all offers and waive irregularities to serve its best interests.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- Best interests of the District
- Additional information requested for evaluation
- Right to waive irregularities
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Completed lease form provided by the District, Sealed envelope marked OFFER TO LEASE REAL ESTATE
- Submit to
- District Administration Center at 4121 Harry Langdon Blvd., Council Bluffs, IA 51503
- Scope location
- Council Bluffs, IA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Lewis Central Community School District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 14, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: District Administration Center at 4121 Harry Langdon Blvd., Council Bluffs, IA 51503. For questions, contact Brent Hoesing.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Lewis Central Community School District in IA, 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 Brent Hoesing at (712) 366-8248. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Completed lease form provided by the District, Sealed envelope marked OFFER TO LEASE REAL ESTATE. 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: "Best interests of the District, additional information requested for evaluation, right to waive irregularities" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Lewis Central Community School District?
All active and historical solicitations from Lewis Central Community School District are tracked and searchable. As a school agency, Lewis Central Community School District 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 Lewis Central Community School District for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Council Bluffs, IA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.