San Luis Valley Water Conservancy District Farm RFP 052826 - 84-Acre Alfalfa Farm Lease
San Luis Valley Water Conservancy DistrictUtility District · Alamosa, CO- Due
- Jun 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Heather
The 30-second brief
San Luis Valley Water Conservancy District is seeking a tenant to rent and operate an 84-acre alfalfa farm in Rio Grande County. Responsibilities include infrastructure repairs and insurance. Applications are due June 8, 2026.
Operate the farm, Repair center pivot sprinklers and water conveyance infrastructure, Carry liability and lease insurance, Pay pumping and electrical fees
Preference will be given to a tenant with the ability and willingness to repair the center pivot sprinklers and water conveyance infrastructure
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Summary
San Luis Valley Water Conservancy District is seeking a tenant to rent and operate an 84-acre alfalfa farm in Rio Grande County. Responsibilities include infrastructure repairs and insurance. Applications are due June 8, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Preference will be given to a tenant with the ability and willingness to repair the center pivot sprinklers and water conveyance infrastructure
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Operate the farm
- Repair center pivot sprinklers and water conveyance infrastructure
- Carry liability and lease insurance
- Pay pumping and electrical fees
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Application for Farm Lease
- Submit to
- Submit via email to [email protected]; applications also available at SLVWCD Office, 623 Fourth Street
- Scope location
- Rio Grande County, CO
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from San Luis Valley Water Conservancy District?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is June 8, 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: Submit via email to [email protected]; applications also available at SLVWCD Office, 623 Fourth Street. For questions, contact Heather.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including San Luis Valley Water Conservancy District in CO, 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 Heather. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Operate the farm, Repair center pivot sprinklers and water conveyance infrastructure, Carry liability and lease insurance, Pay pumping and electrical fees. 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: "Preference will be given to a tenant with the ability and willingness to repair the center pivot sprinklers and water conveyance infrastructure" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from San Luis Valley Water Conservancy District?
All active and historical solicitations from San Luis Valley Water Conservancy District are tracked and searchable. As a utility district agency, San Luis Valley Water Conservancy 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. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Application for Farm Lease. Review the full document from San Luis Valley Water Conservancy 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: Rio Grande County, CO. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.