Town of Uxbridge is seeking proposals for a land lease of approximately 40 acres on Sutton Street for management and harvesting of corn or hay. Proposals are due by August 31, 2026, at 12:00 PM. The contract term is from September 15, 2026, to April 1, 2028, with a potential renewal. The award will be based on a combination of factors including price, qualifications, experience, and proposal quality. The successful bidder will be responsible for all maintenance, harvesting, and providing necessary equipment. Insurance and a non-collusion certificate are required.
Proposals must be submitted no later than 12:00 PM on Monday, August 31, 2026. All proposals shall be submitted as one 1 set of unbound original materials submitted or otherwise bound but not stapled to allow copying if necessary containing an original signature of the individuals or companys principal. Proposals shall be received no later than 12:00 p. m. on monday, august 31, 2026.
Payment for the 2026 growing season is due by December 1, 2026. Payment for the 2027 growing season is due by June 1, 2027. Payment for the 2028 growing season is due by March 1, 2028. Payment in full for the 2027 growing season is due by august 1, 2027. Payment for the 2028 growing season is due by march 1, 2028.
Proposals will be evaluated based on overall qualifications, size and organizational stability, knowledge of the project, prior experience, quality of proposal, and ability to commence work. Proposals will be evaluated based on their responsiveness to the following criteria: 1. Overall qualifications of the individual or company.
Proposers must have a minimum of five years of experience managing and harvesting fields. They must also submit a non-collusion certificate, proof of insurance, and a certificate of authority if applicable. A minimum of five 5 years experience managing and harvesting a field is required.
Failure to remedy a breach of the agreement within 21 days of written notification may result in termination of the agreement by the town. Failure of the lessee to remedy any valid breach of the terms and conditions of this agreement within twentyone 21 days after receipt of such notices shall be grounds for termination of the same by the town.
Failure to execute the contract within 14 days of receiving a letter of award may result in the termination and cancellation of the award. In the event that the successful individual or company fails, neglects or refuses to executethe contract within fourteen 14 days after receiving a letter of award from the town, the town may at its option, terminate and cancel its action in awarding the contract. . .