State of Indiana - Kankakee FWA LaPorte Units Farm Lease Services - RFQ 88952 (2026)
Branchville Correctional Facility | State of IndianaState · Branchville, IN- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 28 days left
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
- Contract term
- 4 years
- Primary contact
- Jen Reeves
- (317) 232-4088
The 30-second brief
The State of Indiana, Department of Natural Resources, is requesting bids for Farm Lease Services at Kankakee Fish and Wildlife Area LaPorte Units, encompassing approximately 125 acres in LaPorte County, Indiana. The sourcing event number is 003000000088952 (RFQ #88952). The scope of work involves agricultural farming, crop planting and harvesting, maintenance of land and structures, adherence to specific seed and herbicide requirements (including neonicotinoid-free seed requirements), planting of cover crops, and special services such as planting 32 acres of sunflowers. The contract term is four years, commencing January 1, 2027, or from the date of the last State signature, and ending December 31, 2030, with a potential renewal option. Bids must be received by December 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDST. All questions must be submitted to [email protected] no less than 7 days before bidding ends. Completed bids must be emailed to Jen Reeves at [email protected] or faxed to 317-972-3275.
Farm Lease Services for approximately 125 acres; 32 acres of sunflowers or approved seed planted and maintained annually; cover crops; harvest and agricultural cultivation services
Highest cash bid amount, review of performance and compliance with terms of any past leases with IDNR
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Summary
The State of Indiana, Department of Natural Resources, is requesting bids for Farm Lease Services at Kankakee Fish and Wildlife Area LaPorte Units, encompassing approximately 125 acres in LaPorte County, Indiana.
The sourcing event number is 003000000088952 (RFQ #88952). The scope of work involves agricultural farming, crop planting and harvesting, maintenance of land and structures, adherence to specific seed and herbicide requirements (including neonicotinoid-free seed requirements), planting of cover crops, and special services such as planting 32 acres of sunflowers. The contract term is four years, commencing January 1, 2027, or from the date of the last State signature, and ending December 31, 2030, with a potential renewal option. Bids must be received by December 1, 2026, at 10:00 AM EDST. All questions must be submitted to [email protected] no less than 7 days before bidding ends. Completed bids must be emailed to Jen Reeves at [email protected] or faxed to 317-972-3275.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Highest cash bid amount, review of performance and compliance with terms of any past leases with IDNR
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Farm Lease Services for approximately 125 acres
- 32 acres of sunflowers or approved seed planted and maintained annually
- Cover crops
- Harvest and agricultural cultivation services
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- 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 amount
- IVOSB Subcontractor Commitment Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- North Judson, IN
- Reported agency
- State of Indiana
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: Farm Lease Services for approximately 125 acres; 32 acres of sunflowers or approved seed planted and maintained annually; cover crops; harvest and agricultural cultivation services. 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 amount, review of performance and compliance with terms of any past leases with IDNR" 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 amount, IVOSB Subcontractor C. 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: North Judson, IN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.