TERMS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Proposal should be submitted on a whole dollar basis
• All proposals must be received by 5:00PM Thursday, March 16, 2023.
• Notification and award of the farm will be given once evaluations have been completed on or before 5:00PM, Monday, March 20, 2023.
• Contract signing will take place at the Steffes Group office in West Fargo, on or before Friday, March 24, 2023. Contract year 2023 due at signing.
• There will be no oral bidding/raise opportunity. Interested parties should submit their highest and best bid.

CONSIDERATIONS:

• While price is a significant factor, it will not be the only criteria to award the final rental agreement.
• Stewardship of the land, excellent farming practices, quality equipment, capacity and resources will all be factors.
• Interested parties should present a proposal in a professional manner that proves and demonstrates these abilities. The proposal might include timelines of farm histories, inventories of equipment available, projected crop rotations, letters of recommendations from other landlords/vendors or lenders.
• Demonstration or proof of financial stability/position will also be considered.
• All positive criteria will be evaluated so any pertinent data, pictures, history and qualifications will be helpful.
• The proposals must be in the form of a written document. An oral presentation will not be considered.