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Commission awards 242.4-acre agricultural lease to R.D. Lindsey after sealed-bid opening
Summary
The board opened sealed bids for a county agricultural lease and awarded the 242.4-acre parcel to R.D. Lindsey of Lebo, Kansas, as the highest qualified bidder; staff confirmed required liability insurance was included.
The Coffey County Commission opened sealed bids for the county's agricultural lease for the 2025 season and awarded the 242.4-acre tract to R.D. Lindsey of Lebo, Kansas. The award was made March 24 after staff verified that bidders submitted the required certificate of liability insurance and met the bid specifications.
Bids opened during public proceedings showed several offers. County staff read bids aloud and confirmed required documents were enclosed. The highest qualifying bid was from R.D. Lindsey at $41.05 per acre for a total of $10,060 for the 242.4-acre lease; commissioners approved a motion by Commissioner Barker, seconded by Commissioner McCurry, to award the lease to Lindsey.
Why it matters: the lease generates revenue for the county and places the agricultural use under contract for the 2025 season. Staff noted the bids were sealed and packets reviewed for compliance before award. Commissioners and staff confirmed the liability-certificate requirement had been met by the apparent high bidder.
Next steps: staff will prepare proper lease paperwork and contact the successful bidder to complete the contract and finalize logistic details.
