Sauk County - Bids for Leasing Tri-County Airport Cropland - 2026
Sauk CountyCounty · Baraboo, WI- Due
- Oct 29, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- James Witecha
- (608) 355-3245
The 30-second brief
Sauk County, on behalf of the Tri-County Airport Commission, is soliciting bids for leasing approximately 74.27 acres of cropland located across nine parcels at the Tri-County Airport in Baraboo, Wisconsin. The lease term runs from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2029. Bidders must adhere to general guidelines including planting only low-growing crops under three feet in height, prohibiting corn and certain other crops, ensuring prompt harvesting and tilling of waste grain within 48 hours to deter wildlife hazards, and maintaining approach protections. Submissions are due by October 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with clarifying questions due by October 19, 2026, at 4:30 PM CST. Evaluation criteria include completeness, understanding of scope, prior similar experience, cash rent offered, financial status and credit references, and past rental experience with the County.
Cropland lease comprising approximately 74.27 acres across nine parcels at Tri-County Airport
Completeness of bid documents, Understanding of background and requirements of the Scope of Work, Demonstrated success in similar projects, Cash rent being offered, Financial status and credit report/history, Previous experience of the County with prospective lessee
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Summary
Sauk County, on behalf of the Tri-County Airport Commission, is soliciting bids for leasing approximately 74.27 acres of cropland located across nine parcels at the Tri-County Airport in Baraboo, Wisconsin.
The lease term runs from January 1, 2027 through December 31, 2029. Bidders must adhere to general guidelines including planting only low-growing crops under three feet in height, prohibiting corn and certain other crops, ensuring prompt harvesting and tilling of waste grain within 48 hours to deter wildlife hazards, and maintaining approach protections. Submissions are due by October 29, 2026, at 2:00 PM CST, with clarifying questions due by October 19, 2026, at 4:30 PM CST. Evaluation criteria include completeness, understanding of scope, prior similar experience, cash rent offered, financial status and credit references, and past rental experience with the County.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Completeness of bid documents
- Understanding of background and requirements of the Scope of Work
- Demonstrated success in similar projects
- Cash rent being offered
- Financial status and credit report/history
- Previous experience of the County with prospective lessee
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Cropland lease comprising approximately 74.27 acres across nine parcels at Tri-County Airport
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Cover letter
- Cash rent per acre and total annual payment
- Experience and qualifications summary
- Available technology description for planting and harvesting data
- References (one professional/personal and two credit references)
- Earnest money (10% of first annual rent installment)
- Submit to
- Sauk County Clerk’s Office, 505 Broadway, Ste. 144, Baraboo, WI 53913
- Scope location
- Baraboo, WI
- Projected sq ft
- 3,235,221 sq ft
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Sauk County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 29, 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: Sauk County Clerk’s Office, 505 Broadway, Ste. 144, Baraboo, WI 53913. For questions, contact James Witecha.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Sauk County in WI, 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 James Witecha at (608) 355-3245. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Cropland lease comprising approximately 74.27 acres across nine parcels at Tri-County Airport. 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: "Completeness of bid documents, Understanding of background and requirements of the Scope of Work, Demonstrated success in similar projects, Cash rent being offered, Financial status and credit report/..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Sauk County?
All active and historical solicitations from Sauk County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Sauk 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 3 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: Cover letter, cash rent per acre and total annual payment, experience and qualifications summary, available technology description for planting and harvesting data, references (one professional/person. Review the full document from Sauk 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: Baraboo, WI. The total projected area is 3235221 sq ft. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.