Agricultural land lease Fort A.P. Hill
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PSC
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Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (W2SD ENDIST NORFOLK), under the Department of the Army, is seeking bids for an annual agricultural land lease at Fort A.P. Hill, Bowling Green, Virginia. This opportunity involves leasing approximately 100 acres across twenty (20) separate parcels for crop production or mowing. Bids are due by March 19, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. EST.
Scope of Work
This Invitation for Bid (IFB) is for the leasing of government-owned real property for agricultural purposes. Key requirements include:
- Leasing of approximately 100 acres across 20 parcels (APH-006 through APH-025) for crop production or mowing.
- Compliance with Land Use Regulations (Exhibit B) and Individual Tract Plans (Exhibit C).
- Provision of a Soil & Water Quality Conservation Plan prior to the end of the first lease year.
- Adherence to federal, state, and local regulations regarding agricultural materials (pesticides, fertilizers).
- Compliance with Fort A.P. Hill's access control policy, including a criminal background check.
- Lessees must not discourage wildlife use and will not be compensated for wildlife-damaged crops.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation (Invitation for Bid - IFB)
- Product/Service Code: X1PC (Lease/Rental Of Unimproved Real Property (Land))
- Lease Term: Up to five (5) years, beginning after December 31, 2025, and ending January 1, 2030, with an option to renew for an additional five (5) years.
- Revocability: The lease is revocable at will by the Secretary of the Army.
- Payment: Rental payment is due annually, in advance.
- Performance Guarantee: Required within ten (10) calendar days after bid acceptance, equal to 20% of the bid value for each item, payable by certified check, cashier's check, or irrevocable letter of credit.
Submission & Evaluation
- Bid Submission: Bids must be submitted on the Bid Form (Exhibit E) and accompanied by a deposit of at least $500.00 and twenty percent (20%) of the annual rental offered.
- Bid Due Date: March 19, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. EST.
- Bid Opening: Publicly opened at 2:00 p.m. EST on March 19, 2026.
- Bid Acceptance Period: Bids will remain open for acceptance or rejection for thirty (30) days from the opening date.
- Award Criteria: Award of the lease will be made to the highest-priced responsible offeror.
- Pre-Bid Conference: A pre-bid conference will be held at 1:00 p.m. EST on March 19, 2026.
Eligibility / Set-Aside
- Set-Aside: None specified.
- Restrictions: This IFB does not apply to federal employees stationed at or working for Fort A.P. Hill or their immediate family members. Leases will not be made to civilian employees or military members of the Department of Defense whose duties include functional or supervisory responsibility for real property management under army control. Bidders must pass a background check.
Additional Notes
The solicitation includes several exhibits detailing maps, land use regulations, individual tract plans, lease forms, bid forms, corporate certificates, and tax information. Minimum wage requirements under Executive Order 13658 and paid sick leave under Executive Order 13706 apply.