Township of Armstrong Agricultural Land Lease - RFT #2026-08 (2027-2029)
Township of ArmstrongCity · Earlton, ON- Due
- Oct 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 17, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Dan Thibeault
The 30-second brief
The Township of Armstrong invites qualified agricultural operators to submit tenders for an agricultural land lease covering approximately 66.6 cultivable acres of municipal land surrounding the wastewater lagoon on Church Road, Concession 4, Lot 8. The fixed lease term is three years, running from January 1, 2027 to December 31, 2029. Permitted use is restricted strictly to lawful agricultural crop production, with livestock, grazing, hunting, and other non-crop uses prohibited. Bidders must submit their proposals using the Township-issued Bid Submission Form in a sealed envelope by October 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM (EST). The evaluation will be based on the highest total annual rent offered. Prior to lease execution, the successful bidder must provide proof of Comprehensive General Liability Insurance of at least $5,000,000 naming the Township as an additional insured, and a WSIB clearance certificate if applicable.
Compliance review, highest total annual rent
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Summary
The Township of Armstrong invites qualified agricultural operators to submit tenders for an agricultural land lease covering approximately 66.6 cultivable acres of municipal land surrounding the wastewater lagoon on Church Road, Concession 4, Lot 8.
The fixed lease term is three years, running from January 1, 2027 to December 31, 2029. Permitted use is restricted strictly to lawful agricultural crop production, with livestock, grazing, hunting, and other non-crop uses prohibited. Bidders must submit their proposals using the Township-issued Bid Submission Form in a sealed envelope by October 15, 2026, at 2:00 PM (EST). The evaluation will be based on the highest total annual rent offered. Prior to lease execution, the successful bidder must provide proof of Comprehensive General Liability Insurance of at least $5,000,000 naming the Township as an additional insured, and a WSIB clearance certificate if applicable.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Compliance review, highest total annual rent
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
completed Bid Submission Form, annual rent per acre and total annual rent, conflict of interest declaration, acknowledgement of all addenda, signature of the bidder or authorized person, proof of Comprehensive General Liability Insurance of not less than $5,000,000, WSIB clearance certificate
- Submit to
- Township of Armstrong, 35 Tenth Street, P.O. Box 546, Earlton, ON P0J 1E0
- Scope location
- Earlton, ON
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid from Township of Armstrong?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 15, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Township of Armstrong, 35 Tenth Street, P.O. Box 546, Earlton, ON P0J 1E0. For questions, contact Dan Thibeault.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
Most government agencies, including Township of Armstrong in ON, 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 Dan Thibeault. 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: "Compliance review, highest total annual rent" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Township of Armstrong?
All active and historical solicitations from Township of Armstrong are tracked and searchable. As a city agency, Township of Armstrong 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: completed Bid Submission Form, annual rent per acre and total annual rent, conflict of interest declaration, acknowledgement of all addenda, signature of the bidder or authorized person, proof of Comp. Review the full document from Township of Armstrong for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Earlton, ON. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.