Latest US Harvester Contracts & Bids

Lot 1: Crop Transportation This year' s crop estimate will be approximately 135, 000 to 150, 000 bushels. Hauling of harvested corn and soybeans from fields and storage bins located at 374 New Bethel Church Road, Fredonia KY to the Lyon Co. Port located at 978 Old Railroad Road, Eddyville, KY. Vendor' s drivers must have a commercial driver' s license ( CDL). Vendor will ensure crops are delivered in a timely manner when they reach minimum moisture levels that will be accepted at the Lyon Co. Port. Approximate yield to be hauled: Corn 72, 000 bushels and Soybeans 80, 000 bushels Vendor will supply at least two ( 2) Tractor Trailers ( with driver) and will be responsible for all expenses associated with the crop hauling, including diesel fuel. All crops will be loaded by combine harvester or by DOC staff.
Lot 2: KCI Crop Harvesting - Corn Kentucky Department of Corrections, Division of Correctional Industries ( KCI) has a farm located in Fredonia, KY at Western Kentucky Correctional Complex. There are approximately 400 acres of corn, and 850 acres of soybeans planted annually. KCI is looking for a contractor to: - Use a combine harvester to harvest grains at the end of the growing season at a mutually agreed upon date - Load on a semi- truck and trailer provided by the holder of the hauling contract - Load approximately **** bushels of harvested corn into KCI grain carts to be stored in KCI grain bins for cow feeding Vendor shall be responsible for supplying the combine or harvester, including all necessary supplies such as diesel, oil, parts, etc. Vendor shall be responsible for supplying all other equipment needed for harvesting, including, but not limited to, tractor and grain cart. Approximately 6, 000 bushels of corn shall be loaded into grain bins owned by KCI. The remainder of the corn shall be loaded onto semi- trucks and trailers provided by the contractor for hauling the crops.
Lot 3: KCI Crop Harvesting - Soybeans Kentucky Department of Corrections, Division of Correctional Industries ( KCI) has a farm located in Fredonia, KY at Western Kentucky Correctional Complex. There are approximately 400 acres of corn, and 850 acres of soybeans planted annually. KCI is looking for a contractor to: - Use a combine harvester to harvest grains at the end of the growing season at a mutually agreed upon date - Load on a semi- truck and trailer provided by the holder of the hauling contract Vendor shall be responsible for supplying the combine or harvester, including all necessary supplies such as diesel, oil, parts, etc. Vendor shall be responsible for supplying all other equipment needed for harvesting, including, but not limited to, tractor and grain cart.

The Office of State Procurement has suspended in-person attendance at public bid openings. Bidders must submit an electronic online response by 09/09/2025 at 10:00 AM CST. The contract will be effective for 12 months beginning November 18, 2025, and may be extended for two additional 12-month periods. All bids must be submitted online via the vendor portal. Bidders must be registered in the lagov vendor system. A W9 is required if newly registered. All attachments must be reviewed. Bid prices must be firm for a minimum of 30 days. Payment is due within 30 days after receipt of a properly executed invoice or delivery, whichever is later. Vendors are responsible for including all applicable taxes in the bid price. All products must be new, never previously used, and the current model and/or packaging. The manufacturer's standard warranty will apply unless otherwise specified. The State of Louisiana may terminate the contract for various reasons, including misrepresentation, fraud, or breach of contract. Failure to deliver within the specified time will constitute a default. All contracts shall be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Louisiana.

Lot 1: Crop Transportation This year' s crop estimate will be approximately 135, 000 to 150, 000 bushels. Hauling of harvested corn and soybeans from fields and storage bins located at 374 New Bethel Church Road, Fredonia KY to the Lyon Co. Port located at 978 Old Railroad Road, Eddyville, KY. Vendor' s drivers must have a commercial driver' s license ( CDL). Vendor will ensure crops are delivered in a timely manner when they reach minimum moisture levels that will be accepted at the Lyon Co. Port. Approximate yield to be hauled: Corn 72, 000 bushels and Soybeans 80, 000 bushels Vendor will supply at least two ( 2) Tractor Trailers ( with driver) and will be responsible for all expenses associated with the crop hauling, including diesel fuel. All crops will be loaded by combine harvester or by DOC staff.
Lot 2: KCI Crop Harvesting - Corn Kentucky Department of Corrections, Division of Correctional Industries ( KCI) has a farm located in Fredonia, KY at Western Kentucky Correctional Complex. There are approximately 400 acres of corn, and 850 acres of soybeans planted annually. KCI is looking for a contractor to: - Use a combine harvester to harvest grains at the end of the growing season at a mutually agreed upon date - Load on a semi- truck and trailer provided by the holder of the hauling contract - Load approximately **** bushels of harvested corn into KCI grain carts to be stored in KCI grain bins for cow feeding Vendor shall be responsible for supplying the combine or harvester, including all necessary supplies such as diesel, oil, parts, etc. Vendor shall be responsible for supplying all other equipment needed for harvesting, including, but not limited to, tractor and grain cart. Approximately 6, 000 bushels of corn shall be loaded into grain bins owned by KCI. The remainder of the corn shall be loaded onto semi- trucks and trailers provided by the contractor for hauling the crops.
Lot 3: KCI Crop Harvesting - Soybeans Kentucky Department of Corrections, Division of Correctional Industries ( KCI) has a farm located in Fredonia, KY at Western Kentucky Correctional Complex. There are approximately 400 acres of corn, and 850 acres of soybeans planted annually. KCI is looking for a contractor to: - Use a combine harvester to harvest grains at the end of the growing season at a mutually agreed upon date - Load on a semi- truck and trailer provided by the holder of the hauling contract Vendor shall be responsible for supplying the combine or harvester, including all necessary supplies such as diesel, oil, parts, etc. Vendor shall be responsible for supplying all other equipment needed for harvesting, including, but not limited to, tractor and grain cart.

The Office of State Procurement has suspended in-person attendance at public bid openings. Bidders must submit an electronic online response via a provided link. The bid opening is scheduled for 08/27/2025 at 10:00 AM CST. The contract is for 12 months beginning September 26, 2025, or the date of award, whichever is later. The contract may be extended for two additional 12-month periods, for a maximum of 36 months. All bids must be submitted online or in a sealed envelope marked with the bid opening date and number. Payment is due within 30 days after receipt of a properly executed invoice or delivery, whichever is later. Bidders must be registered in the LAgov vendor system. A W9 is required if newly registered. All attachments must be reviewed prior to bidding. Bid prices must be typed, written in ink, or submitted online. All applicable taxes must be included in the bid price. All products must be new, never previously used, and the current model and/or packaging. The manufacturer's standard warranty will apply unless otherwise specified. The State of Louisiana has the right to terminate the contract for various reasons, including misrepresentation, fraud, or breach of contract. Failure to deliver within the specified time constitutes a default.