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COURT ORDERED SEALED BID AUCTION: Former Biodiesel Refinery Real Estate & Equipment Clinton, Iowa
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THIS IS ONE OF TWO PLANTS THAT WILL BE SOLD BY COURT ORDER
THERE IS ALSO A BIODIESEL PLANT SELLING IN SOUTH ROXANA, ILLINOIS
PLEASE SEE THE LISTING FOR THAT PLANT ON OUR WEBSITE
-THE PLANTS WILL SELL INDEPENDENTLY AND NOT TOGETHER-
ALL EQUIPMENT WILL SELL AS A PACKAGE WITH THE REAL ESTATE
MORE DETAILED INFORMATION WILL BE POSTING SOON:
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Buying the former biodiesel refinery at 5640 44th Ave South in Clinton, Iowa, presents a strategic opportunity for an investor to acquire a market-ready, operational asset in one of the nation’s top biofuel producing regions. The facility, situated in the Lincolnway Industrial Rail & Air Park, offers exceptional logistical advantages, including a direct connection to the Union Pacific main line and proximity to the Mississippi River, ensuring efficient distribution to major Midwest markets. The plant features established infrastructure, such as a 10-million-gallon annual capacity and an acid esterification pretreatment system that allows for diverse feedstocks. A new owner could leverage Iowa’s robust renewable fuel tax credits and infrastructure grants to either restart biodiesel production or repurpose the industrial space for other high-demand manufacturing or storage needs.
Located in the Lincolnway Industrial Rail and Air Park, which is a heavy-industrial park strategically located in east central Iowa, on the Illinois border and within driving distance to the Chicago markets. Iowa Site Certification was obtained in 2016.
Click Below for the Lincolnway Industrial Rail and Air Park Site:
Lincolnway Industrial Rail & Air Park | Clinton, IA
-Approximate Drive Times:
-Davenport, IA 45 min.
-Chicago, IL 2 hrs.
-Madison, WI 2.5 hrs.
-Des Moines, IA 3 hrs.
-St. Louis, MO 4 hrs.
-Kansas City, MO 5.5 hrs.
12,840 Total Square Ft. on 13.33± Acres
Fully Equipped Quality Control Lab: Previous BQ-9000 Producer Accreditation, ASTM D6751 Standard and EAP Quality Assurance Plan (QAP)
Plant Process Automation System
Extensive On-Site Tank Storage with Cement Containment Walls
Truck Unloading/Loading Area with 11’x70’ Truck Scale
Rail: Adjacent to Rail Spur from Union Pacific Railroad East-West Mainline.
Air/Road/River: Adjacent to U.S. Highway 30 and less than 1 mile from the Clinton Regional Airport and minutes from the Mississippi River
Site Consists of Three Buildings Constructed in 2005 and 2013, with 26’ Clear Ceiling Height in Process/Manufacturing Area. Pre-Engineered Steel Metal Clad
Building 1: 7,200 Sq. Ft. Built in 2005 Building Dimensions 60’x120’
Building 2: 3,480 Sq. Ft. Built in 2013 Building Dimensions 30’x116’
Building 3: 2,160 Sq. Ft. Built in 2005 Building Dimensions 40’x54’
-Manufacturing 11,160 Sq. Ft.
-Office 1,680 Sq. Ft.
-Lab 450 Sq. Ft.
-Shop 1,350 Sq. Ft.
HVAC Office, Radiant Heat in Process Areas
Fire Sprinkler Fed from Pond with Fire Control Panel
Well/Septic/Natural Gas/Electric/Fiber Internet/Phone/CCTV System
Altorfer Backup Generator
Modular Mobile Containers Filled with New Spare Parts
Security Gate with Fencing
Shop Truck, Forklift, Mower, Tools and All Shop and Maintenance Equipment Selling as a Package
County: Clinton
Parcel Number #: 88-0087-0005
Parcel Size: 13.33 Acres
Tax Value 2024: $1,214,174
Taxes 2025/2026: $50,998.00
Zoning: M-3 Industrial (Park) District
Click Below for the Grow Clinton Economic Development Site:
Business Development | Grow Clinton
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Broker Participation is welcome but not required. A 2% commission will be paid to the licensed broker who, registers the bidder who pays for and settles for the real estate. A broker buying on their own behalf, or on the behalf of any business entity which they hold an interest, is not entitled to a commission. Broker must submit Broker Participation Form prior to the bid deadline.
Re: COURT ORDERED SEALED BID AUCTION: Former Biodiesel Refinery Real Estate & Equipment Clinton, Iowa
THIS IS ONE OF TWO PLANTS THAT WILL BE SOLD BY COURT ORDER
THERE IS ALSO A BIODIESEL PLANT SELLING IN SOUTH ROXANA, ILLINOIS
PLEASE SEE THE LISTING FOR THAT PLANT ON OUR WEBSITE
-THE PLANTS WILL SELL INDEPENDENTLY AND NOT TOGETHER-
ALL EQUIPMENT WILL SELL AS A PACKAGE WITH THE REAL ESTATE
MORE DETAILED INFORMATION WILL BE POSTING SOON:
-INCLUDING: 360 VIRTUAL TOUR, DRONE VIDEO, SITE/AERIAL PHOTOS, AUCTION BROCHURE, EQUIPMENT CATALOG AND OPEN HOUSE INSPECTION TIMES
-CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES-
DATE PENDINGTo Whom It May Concern: Pursuant to your request, please sign and date this release to receive documents relating to the above noted property. The Seller did not prepare these documents and has no knowledge of their accuracy or completeness. None of the documents shall constitute a representation or warranty of any kind by Seller as to the accuracy or completeness of any information delivered. Accordingly, Seller expressly disclaims any responsibility therefor, including any consequences of any reliance by anyone on them. Please note that the documents and the information contained therein are confidential, and by acknowledging receipt, you agree to keep such information confidential and that you shall not, without the prior written consent of Seller, share any of the documents with anyone other than Potential Buyer and representatives of Potential Buyer who need such information for the purpose of evaluating the premises and who are informed of the confidential nature of the information and also agree to be bound by the terms of this confidentiality provision. By this acknowledgement, you further agree that you will return to me the originals and any copies of the materials forthwith upon demand if the contemplated transaction is not consummated. Please do not hesitate to contact our office with any questions you may have.
