27AL2246 Jim Edgar Panther S.F.W.A. Farm Lease

DNR - Natural Resources

Published: Sep 18, 2026

Updated: Sep 18, 2026

Source: illinois_bidbuy

About This Opportunity

This is a concession contract in the agriculture and food security and rural development sectors, with a focus on Crop Production and Fisheries. Located in United States, North America, this opportunity is open to firms and consortiums. Proposals must be submitted before October 21, 2026.

Published through Illinois BidBuy, a national government procurement portal. Public procurement tenders follow the country's national bidding regulations and may have specific eligibility and documentation requirements for concession in the agriculture and food security sector. Concession contracts involve the operation or management of public assets or services, typically requiring significant financial capacity and operational expertise. Interested parties should review the full documentation on the original source before submitting their proposal.

Description

This tender, issued by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR) under bid solicitation number 27-422DNR-REALT-B-54010, relates to a farm lease at the Jim Edgar Panther State Fish and Wildlife Area (S.F.W.A.) in the United States. The DNR is inviting proposals from interested parties for the lease and cultivation of agricultural land within the S.F.W.A. The intention is to enter into an agreement that ensures the land is farmed in a manner that supports the area's conservation goals and wildlife habitat objectives. Prospective bidders must demonstrate a strong background in agricultural operations, financial soundness, and a commitment to sustainable farming practices. Key requirements typically include a well-defined operational plan, adherence to environmental regulations, and potentially specific crop or land management stipulations. The lease agreement will provide comprehensive details on the terms of operation, duration, financial considerations, and any specific environmental stewardship duties. Interested entities should refer to the full tender documentation accessible via the illinois_bidbuy portal for complete information.

Data provenance

This notice is sourced from Illinois BidBuy and was originally published on September 18, 2026. Last refreshed today. BidsFactory mirrors official procurement notices and links back to the source for full legal text.

About DNR - Natural Resources

DNR - Natural Resources has issued 164 procurement notices on BidsFactory, including 18 currently open and 0 awarded contracts. Activity concentrates in General Supplies & Services, Governance & Public Administration, and Security, Defense & Justice. All notices are published for United States. Notices are distributed via Illinois BidBuy. Most recent publication: September 17, 2026.

Frequently asked questions about this tender

When does this tender close?

The submission deadline is October 21, 2026. You have 33 days left to prepare and submit your proposal to the contracting authority.

Who is the contracting authority?

This notice was issued by DNR - Natural Resources in United States. The authority is responsible for evaluating bids, awarding the contract, and managing performance.

What type of contract is this?

This is a Concession contract in the Agriculture & Food Security sector. The classification helps bidders match the opportunity to their qualifications and registered scope of supply.

Where will the contract be performed?

The contract is for delivery in United States. Foreign bidders should review local registration, taxation, and any in-country presence requirements before submitting.

How can I submit a bid?

Visit Illinois BidBuy to access the full notice, required documents, and submission instructions provided by the contracting authority.