2027 Farm Lease Bid(s)

Wicomico County Recreation, Parks, and Tourism is soliciting sealed bids under solicitation 2027-IFB-029 for the 2027 farm lease term. The opportunity covers three Maryland properties: Pemberton Historical Park, featuring approximately 45 acres of tillable land; West Metro Core Park, containing approximately 100 acres of tillable land with 50 acres irrigated and 50 unirrigated; and WinterPlace Park, which consists of approximately 255 total acres with 18 tillable acres and includes both farming and hunting rights. Awards will be granted to the highest responsible and responsive bidder licensed to perform work in the state of Maryland. The initial term is for one year, with the County reserving the right to extend the contract for two additional terms. Successful bidders must provide full payment for the one-year term upon execution of the lease. Specific operational requirements include a prohibition on prejudicial crops and invasive plants, and for WinterPlace Park, a ban on handguns while permitting shotguns and bows. Insurance requirements vary by site, with Pemberton Park requiring at least 1 million dollars in general liability coverage and WinterPlace Park requiring at least 500,000 dollars. Bidders must submit a completed pricing table, a certificate of good standing with the state of Maryland, a non-collusion affidavit, and three professional references. The response deadline for this solicitation is October 29, 2026.