Bids are invited for crop production on 9 parcels at Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie.
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- Published
- Category
- Bid Notice
- City
- Wilmington
What You Should Do Next
- 1
Review Detailed Prospectus
Visit the provided link to access the detailed prospectus for the parcels available for bidding before preparing your bid.
- 2
Prepare Your Bid
Gather your bid deposit of $1,000.00 and prepare your sealed bid for the desired parcel(s) by the deadline.
- 3
Submit Your Bid
Ensure your sealed bid is delivered to the Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie Headquarters by March 11, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.
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Contact for Questions
If you have any questions, call Len Kring at (815) 423-2148 for assistance before the bid submission deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the address for the bid notice?
- The address is 30239 South State Route 53, Wilmington, IL 60481.
- When is the bid opening for the parcels?
- The bid opening is on March 11, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.
- How much is the bid deposit required?
- A $1,000.00 bid deposit is required for each bid/parcel.
- Who can I contact for more information about the bids?
- You can call Len Kring at (815) 423-2148 for more information.
- Where can I find the detailed prospectus for the bid?
- The detailed prospectus will be posted online at the USDA Forest Service website.
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Full Notice Text
PUBLIC NOTICE The USDA Forest Service Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie is making available 9 parcels (all acres are estimates); Parcel 1 is 425 acres, Parcel 2 is 548 acres, Parcel 3 is 154 acres, Parcel 4 is 218 acres, Parcel 5 is 42 acres, Parcel 6 is 244 acres, Parcel 7 is 45 acres, Parcel 8 is 159 acres, and Parcel 9 is 77 acres for corn, soybean and winter wheat crop production using the no-till method. Interested bidders may call Len Kring at (815) 423-2148 for more information. A detailed prospectus will be posted on-line at https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/midewin/passes-permits. Lump sum sealed bids with a $1,000.00 bid deposit (cashier's check or money order) for each bid/parcel must be received at the Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie Headquarters, 30239 South State Route 53, Wilmington, IL 60481 prior to bid opening on March 11, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. The successful bidder will be issued a Special Use Permit for two growing seasons. (Published in Herald-News February 7, 14, 21, 28, 2026)2303804