RFB to Lease the Stow-Hardy House at Minute Man National Historical Park

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PublishedOct 5, 2026Bid deadlineOct 30, 2026 · 17:00 (UTC time)

Official description

Summary of the Opportunity This Request for Bids (RFB) provides the opportunity for interested individuals and organizations to submit bids to the National Park Service (NPS) to lease NPS property for residential use (single family) at Minute Man National Historical Park under the following general terms and conditions. See attached “Draft Lease” for complete terms of occupancy. Property Offered for Lease Stow-Hardy House The Stow-Hardy house is located at 965 Lexington Road, Concord, Massachusetts, 01742. It is approximately 2,400 Sq. Ft with 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms and is situated on an approximately 0.4-acre landsite. The colonial style home was built circa 1786 and has been completely restored and renovated while retaining its original central arch chimney, oak timber framing, cedar shingle roof, and historic siding. The house has had significant mechanical upgrades including new plumbing, septic, heating, and electrical systems as well as a new smart washer and dryer. The kitchen features new stainless-steel appliances and a central island with farmhouse sink. The historic Battle Road Trail is located nearby, behind a mature Black Walnut grove. The trail is used year-round and provides the opportunity for various outdoor activities and connects the historic towns of Concord and Lexington. Uses of the Leased Property This lease is most suitable for low-impact, non-transient, residential occupancy of the house. The lessee is authorized to use the property as an occupant of the house and must be willing to become a part of the National Historical Park’s relationship with the public by maintaining the historic and well-tended appearance of the structure and grounds. In accordance with the attached draft lease, the lessee is responsible for all utilities and routine maintenance. The lessor will perform basic maintenance of the property as described in the lease. Term of Lease The lease will have a maximum term of three years. Lessee termination rights (termination without cause) will begin 90 days before the end of the first year of the lease and continue until the lease expires. Please note: 90 days’ notice is required for termination without cause. Fair Market Value Rent The lessee will be required by the lease to pay at least fair market value rent to the NPS. Based on the terms included in the attached Lease (Section 5. Rent), the fair market value rent has been determined to be $51,600 annually, payable in equal monthly installments of $4,300 each month. The lessee shall pay to the United States as rent the sum of Fifty-One Thousand Six Hundred Dollars ($51,600) per year as the base rent payable to the National Park Service and forwarded by the lessee to the Superintendent, Minute Man National Historical Park. Rent checks will be mailed to Minute Man National Historical Park, 174 Liberty Street Concord, MA 01742, attention Superintendent. The annual rent shall be paid on the 1st day of each month in advance monthly installments of Four

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