Snow Hill 25/26 Grazing Lease

Project ID: ITB-14836 State|LocalOpportunities

Overview

Agency	Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) [FL]
Deadline	02/27/26
Posted	01/16/26
Estimated Value	$50,000 - $150,000 (AI estimate)
Set Aside	Not Provided
NAICS	Not Provided
PSC	Not Provided
Location	Florida

Description

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The Florida Forest Service is seeking a qualified beef producer interested in leasing 1,415 acres of land within the Little Big Econ State Forest in Geneva, Florida, to establish a new cattle grazing lease. Please review all the conditions, minimum qualifications, and submission requirements in the enclosed bid package. Attached is the bidder acknowledgement form, bid form, draft grazing agreement, and map. Attendance at the mandatory site visit of the lease area is a requirement for submitting a bid. The current stocking rate for this grazing lease is 250 animal units. Stocking rates will be reviewed and adjusted each year prior to payments being made. The lease area is closed to the general public. All portions of the lease area may be open to Special Opportunity Hunts for the Operation Outdoor Freedom program. The Florida Forest Service reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to waive any irregularity in bids received. Bids are due by: February 27, 2026, by 5:00PM, Eastern Time 3125 Conner Boulevard, MS C-25 Tallahassee, Florida 32399

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The Florida Forest Service is seeking a qualified beef producer to lease 1,415 acres of land within the Little Big Econ State Forest in Geneva, Florida, for a new cattle grazing lease. The area was previously privately held and has been left to rest since December 2024. The goal of this contract is to establish a sustainable cattle grazing operation while adhering to environmental stewardship practices. Work Details The contractor will provide cattle grazing services on 1,415 acres with a current stocking rate of 250 animal units. The lease area includes various land types: - 777.3 acres of pasture - 540.5 acres of Dome Swamp and Hydric Hammocks - 54.5 acres of scrub - Roads covering 25.8 acres (8.2 miles) - Marshes (9.2 acres) - Buildings (4.2 acres) - Ponds (3.4 acres) - A tower (0.1 acres). The lessee must maintain proper insurance coverage, comply with all local, state, and federal regulations related to cattle grazing operations, and meet with the Contract Manager at least twice a year to review management plans and pasture performance. Period of Performance The contract will last for five (5) years with an option for an additional five (5) year renewal. Place of Performance Little Big Econ State Forest, Geneva, Florida. Bidder Requirements Bidders must manage an existing beef production operation of at least 1,500 acres in Florida with three credible references; have a ten-year successful track record in the beef production industry; be currently enrolled in the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Cow/Calf Best Management Practices Program; and be a member in good standing with the Florida Cattleman’s Association.

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