Request for Proposals (RFP): St. Ann's Hill & Derby Downs Hay Lease

Request for Proposals (RFP)
St. Ann’s Hill & Derby Downs Hay Lease

The City of Watertown is requesting proposals for the lease of approximately 85 acres of hay land located in Codington County, South Dakota.

Lease Terms & Conditions

• Initial lease term of two (2) years
• Option for one (1) additional two-year renewal, subject to City approval
• Lease arrangement shall be “Rent for Shares” with half (50%) of all hay harvested to be delivered to the Bramble Park Zoo.
• The haying schedule shall be coordinated with the City of Watertown or its designated representative, taking into consideration weather conditions, site use, and operational needs.

Property Description
The lease area includes the following parcels:

• St. Ann’s Hill, area bordered by 3 ^rd Avenue NW, Skyline Drive, 10 ^th Avenue NW and BNRXR railroad tracks (Kirlin’s Outlot 1)
• Derby Down’s Rodeo Area located at 3000 Golf Course Road

Submission Requirements

• Proposals must include the following:

• Proposals must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked:
  “St. Ann’s Hill & Derby Downs Hay Lease: Finance Department”
• Proposals must be delivered to:

City of Watertown Finance Department.

20 N Maple Street
P.O. Box 910

Watertown, SD 57201

Additional Information

• The City of Watertown reserves the right to reject any or all proposals.
• The selected Lessee will be required to sign an annual Indemnification and Waiver Agreement
• If the event of identical proposals, the award will be determined by a random lottery
• Questions may be directed to:
  Dusty Rodiek
  Park, Recreation & Forestry Director
  Phone: (605) 753-6260