Town of Mills River Agricultural Lease on 40.5 Acres of Town-Owned Property Bid 2026
Town of Mills RiverCity · Mills River, NC- Due
- Mar 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 29, 2026
- Duration
- 9 months
- Primary contact
- Nicole Sweat
- (828) 890-2901
The 30-second brief
The Town of Mills River is seeking bids for an agricultural lease on approximately 40.5 acres of town-owned land adjacent to Mills River Park. The lease term runs from March 16, 2026, to December 15, 2026. Permitted crops are restricted to soybeans or hay. The lessee is responsible for maintaining ditches, a 10-foot mowed buffer, and site security. The Town reserves access rights for planning and evaluation activities related to park expansion, including surveys and soil investigations. Bidders must provide proof of General Liability, Worker’s Compensation, and Crop Insurance. Bids will be awarded to the highest bidder per acre. Submissions are due by March 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
Bidder information, Bid amount per acre, Total bid amount, Acknowledgement of terms, Signed Right-of-Entry Access Agreement, Certificate of insurance, Cover crop planting
Highest bidder per acre who is in good standing with the Town
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Summary
The Town of Mills River is seeking bids for an agricultural lease on approximately 40.5 acres of town-owned land adjacent to Mills River Park.
The lease term runs from March 16, 2026, to December 15, 2026. Permitted crops are restricted to soybeans or hay. The lessee is responsible for maintaining ditches, a 10-foot mowed buffer, and site security. The Town reserves access rights for planning and evaluation activities related to park expansion, including surveys and soil investigations. Bidders must provide proof of General Liability, Worker’s Compensation, and Crop Insurance. Bids will be awarded to the highest bidder per acre. Submissions are due by March 2, 2026, at 3:00 PM.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Highest bidder per acre who is in good standing with the Town
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
7- Bidder information
- Bid amount per acre
- Total bid amount
- Acknowledgement of terms
- Signed Right-of-Entry Access Agreement
- Certificate of insurance
- Cover crop planting
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Right-of-Entry Access Agreement (Attachment A)
- Submit to
- 124 Town Center Drive, Mills River, NC 28759
- Scope location
- Mills River, NC
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Town of Mills River?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is March 2, 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: 124 Town Center Drive, Mills River, NC 28759. For questions, contact Nicole Sweat.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Town of Mills River in NC, 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 Nicole Sweat at (828) 890-2901. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Bidder information, Bid amount per acre, Total bid amount, Acknowledgement of terms, Signed Right-of-Entry Access Agreement, Certificate of insurance, Cover crop planting. 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 bidder per acre who is in good standing with the Town" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Town of Mills River?
All active and historical solicitations from Town of Mills River are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Town of Mills River 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 9 months. 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: Right-of-Entry Access Agreement (Attachment A). Review the full document from Town of Mills River for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Mills River, NC. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.