RFB-785-2700000188-2 | RFB11182026 Lease of Agriculture Land Swan-Boatwright WMA

The Kentucky Department of Fish and Wildlife Resources is soliciting bids for the lease of two agricultural land tracts within the Boatwright Wildlife Management Area in Ballard County, Kentucky. Tract 1, the Swan Unit, consists of approximately 825.6 harvestable acres and 160 food plot acres, while Tract 2, the SPBS Unit, includes approximately 150 harvestable acres and 15 food plot acres. The primary objective of these leases is to maintain a consistent food supply for wildlife and generate income to offset operational costs. The resulting lease will span five years with firm rental rates, and the award will be based entirely on the bid amount, which is weighted at 100 percent. Interested parties must submit written bids by November 18, 2026, at 3 p.m. ET, including a 100 dollar deposit per bid and a signed proposal. Bidders are responsible for examining the land and determining cropping logistics, though the Department must approve all ingress and egress routes. The successful lessee must maintain the premises in a clean and sanitary condition, comply with specific Kentucky Revised Statutes, and adhere to ASTM D5330-99 soil testing standards. Additionally, the lessee is required to designate a safety officer and comply with all applicable state and federal safety and workers compensation laws.