Lower Makefield Township - Lease to Farm Patterson Farmstead Request for Bids 2026
Town of Lower MakefieldCity · Yardley, PA- Due
- Apr 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Contract term
- 5 years
- Primary contact
- David W. Kratzer, Jr.
- (267) 274-1101
The 30-second brief
Lower Makefield Township seeks sealed bids for the lease to farm approximately 170 acres of real property known as Patterson Farm, located at 909 Mirror Lake Road, Bucks County, Pennsylvania (Tax Parcel Nos. 20-016-049 and 20-016-049-00T). The minimum acceptable Base Rent in 2026 is $27,200.00 annually ($160.00 per acre), subject to annual CPI-U increases in subsequent years. The initial contract term is 5 years, with a Lessee option for an additional 5-year extension. Special consideration will be given to proposals incorporating sustainable crops, addressing food insecurity, local farm-to-market sales, and Penn State Extension best practices regarding forage/food crops, pest control, stormwater management, and crop rotation. Bids must be received by noon on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, and must be submitted on the Bid Form furnished by the Township, addressed to the Township Manager with 'Patterson Farm Bid' on the envelope.
Base Rent amount, sustainable crops, food insecurity initiatives, local market sales, Penn State Extension best practices
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Summary
Lower Makefield Township seeks sealed bids for the lease to farm approximately 170 acres of real property known as Patterson Farm, located at 909 Mirror Lake Road, Bucks County, Pennsylvania (Tax Parcel Nos. 20-016-049 and 20-016-049-00T).
The minimum acceptable Base Rent in 2026 is $27,200.00 annually ($160.00 per acre), subject to annual CPI-U increases in subsequent years. The initial contract term is 5 years, with a Lessee option for an additional 5-year extension. Special consideration will be given to proposals incorporating sustainable crops, addressing food insecurity, local farm-to-market sales, and Penn State Extension best practices regarding forage/food crops, pest control, stormwater management, and crop rotation. Bids must be received by noon on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, and must be submitted on the Bid Form furnished by the Township, addressed to the Township Manager with 'Patterson Farm Bid' on the envelope.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Base Rent amount
- Sustainable crops
- Food insecurity initiatives
- Local market sales
- Penn State Extension best practices
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Bid Form
- Good standing certificate
- Incumbency certificate
- Submit to
- www.lmt.org or Administration Office, 1100 Edgewood Road, Yardley, PA 19067
- Duration
- 60 months
- Scope location
- Lower Makefield Township, PA
- Reported agency
- Lower Makefield Township
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Lower Makefield?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.lmt.org or Administration Office, 1100 Edgewood Road, Yardley, PA 19067. For questions, contact David W. Kratzer, Jr..
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Lower Makefield in PA, 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 David W. Kratzer, Jr. at (267) 274-1101. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Base Rent amount, sustainable crops, food insecurity initiatives, local market sales, Penn State Extension best practices" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Lower Makefield?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Lower Makefield are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Lower Makefield 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.
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: Bid Form, good standing certificate, incumbency certificate. Review the full document from Town of Lower Makefield 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 Makefield Township, PA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.