Minnesota Department of Agriculture Farm to Kids Local Tots Cost-Share Program RFP 2027
Minnesota Department of Agriculture | State of MinnesotaState · Saint Paul, MN- Due
- Oct 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Primary contact
- Isa Novotny
- (651) 201-6128
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Summary
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture invites family child care providers participating in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) to submit Letters of Intent for the FY 2027 AGRI Farm to Kids Local Tots Cost-Share program.
This cost-share program reimburses participants for purchases of whole or minimally processed foods grown or raised in Minnesota, including fruits, vegetables, herbs, meat, fish, poultry, dairy, eggs, legumes, grains, maple syrup, honey, and approved processed foods. Approximately $250,000 is available, with expected award amounts of approximately $1,000 per provider to support local food purchasing between January 1, 2027, and December 31, 2027. New participants require no cash match, while previous recipients require a 1:1 cash match up to 50% reimbursement. Letters of intent are due by 4:00 p.m. Central Time on Thursday, October 15, 2026, submitted via the online application system.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Proof of purchase, proof of payment
- Submit to
- https://www.mda.state.mn.us/grants/f2slocaltots
- Scope location
- Saint Paul, MN
- Reported agency
- Minnesota Department of Agriculture
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Minnesota Department of Agriculture | State of Minnesota?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 15, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.mda.state.mn.us/grants/f2slocaltots. For questions, contact Isa Novotny.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Minnesota Department of Agriculture | State of Minnesota in MN, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Isa Novotny at (651) 201-6128. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Proof of purchase, proof of payment. Review the full document from Minnesota Department of Agriculture | State of Minnesota for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Saint Paul, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.