Roush FWA Tenant Farm Contract - Unit A

The contract pertains to a tenant farming arrangement at the J.E. Roush Lake Fish & Wildlife Area Unit A, managed by the Indiana Department of Natural Resources. It involves leasing farmland with a term from January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2029, and requires bidders to submit proposals that remain valid for thirty days after the response deadline of November 14, 2025. The total contract size ranges from $50,000 to $150,000, with specific emphasis on compliance with state laws and procurement procedures. The bidding process involves submitting a detailed bid package, including a Farm Land Lease Bid Sheet, which must be signed and submitted via mail or email, as electronic submissions through the supplier portal are not permitted. The contract includes detailed special conditions outlined in multiple exhibits, specifying the delivery of equipment such as a landscape trailer, chemical storage shed, and track loader by designated dates, along with maintenance payments for wildlife habitat totaling $34,000 over the lease period. Bidders are also required to bid on services like fertilizer application, with a maximum bid of $18,000 annually. Crop planting schedules for the lease period are detailed, covering crops such as corn, soybeans, and wheat, with specific instructions on cover crop planting, unharvested crop requirements, and restrictions on planting idle fields. Additional provisions address wildlife management, including leaving a portion of crops unharvested annually, and stipulate compliance with planting windows and soil management practices. The overarching goal is to establish a comprehensive lease agreement that ensures proper land use, habitat preservation, and adherence to state regulations, with clear instructions for bid submission, contract execution, and ongoing management responsibilities.