Minnesota Department of Agriculture - FY27 Green Fertilizer Grant Program - 2027
Minnesota Department of Agriculture | State of MinnesotaState · Saint Paul, MN- Due
- Jul 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 10, 2026
- Contract term
- 3 years
The 30-second brief
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is seeking grant applications for the Fiscal Year 2027 Green Fertilizer Grant Program to fund investments in green fertilizer production facilities located in Minnesota. Eligible applicants are agricultural and rural electric cooperatives organized under MINN. STAT. 308A or 308B. The program provides a competitive review process with approximately $3.8 million available, offering minimum grants of $250,000 and maximums up to $3.8 million. Grant funds reimburse up to 50% of the cooperative's investment in green fertilizer production facilities using renewable energy, green hydrogen, anhydrous ammonia, or urea. Applications are due by 4 p.m. CT on July 15, 2026. Projects require a minimum 50% match, long-term offtake agreements through 2032, and compliance with prevailing wage and pre-award risk assessments.
Cooperative investment realistic and appropriate (20), secured loan guarantee or financing (10), capital stack completion (10), feasibility and FEED studies (15), business plan addressing storage, transport, permitting, pricing, and contingencies (15), electric utility partner identified (10), third-party verified lifecycle assessment for green hydrogen (5), matching funds beyond minimum (10), county poverty rate higher than 9% (5)
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Summary
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is seeking grant applications for the Fiscal Year 2027 Green Fertilizer Grant Program to fund investments in green fertilizer production facilities located in Minnesota.
Eligible applicants are agricultural and rural electric cooperatives organized under MINN. STAT. 308A or 308B. The program provides a competitive review process with approximately $3.8 million available, offering minimum grants of $250,000 and maximums up to $3.8 million. Grant funds reimburse up to 50% of the cooperative's investment in green fertilizer production facilities using renewable energy, green hydrogen, anhydrous ammonia, or urea. Applications are due by 4 p.m. CT on July 15, 2026. Projects require a minimum 50% match, long-term offtake agreements through 2032, and compliance with prevailing wage and pre-award risk assessments.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- IRS W-9 form
- Federal and state tax returns
- Financial statements
- Proof of tax-exempt status
- Certified financial audits
- Business filing with the Minnesota Secretary of State
- Submit to
- https://mda.state.mn.us
- Duration
- 36 months
- Scope location
- St. 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 July 15, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://mda.state.mn.us.
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.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Cooperative investment realistic and appropriate (20), secured loan guarantee or financing (10), capital stack completion (10), feasibility and FEED studies (15), business plan addressing storage, tra..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
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: IRS W-9 form, federal and state tax returns, financial statements, proof of tax-exempt status, certified financial audits, business filing with the Minnesota Secretary of State. 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: St. Paul, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.