Minnesota Department of Agriculture Grain Storage Facility Safety Grant RFP FY 2026-2027
Minnesota Department of Agriculture | State of MinnesotaState · Saint Paul, MN- Due
- May 1, 2027
- 184 days left
- Posted
- Jan 1, 2025
- Primary contact
- Sam Turner
- (651) 201-6292
The 30-second brief
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is offering Grain Storage Facility Safety Grants to help Minnesota farmers purchase and install safety equipment for on-farm grain bins or silos. Eligible expenses include fall protection systems, spiral staircases, guardrails, platforms, engineering controls for moving parts, dust collection systems, air quality monitoring, bin level indicators, and personal protective equipment such as respirators. Applicants may request up to 75% of eligible expenses up to $400 per bin or silo, with a maximum of $2,400 per farm per fiscal year, requiring a 25% personal or non-state match. Applications are reviewed in the order received until funds run out, with priority given to submissions received by May 1 of each year.
Applicant residency and farm location, project need, project impact, budget narrative and match, eligible expenses
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Summary
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is offering Grain Storage Facility Safety Grants to help Minnesota farmers purchase and install safety equipment for on-farm grain bins or silos.
Eligible expenses include fall protection systems, spiral staircases, guardrails, platforms, engineering controls for moving parts, dust collection systems, air quality monitoring, bin level indicators, and personal protective equipment such as respirators. Applicants may request up to 75% of eligible expenses up to $400 per bin or silo, with a maximum of $2,400 per farm per fiscal year, requiring a 25% personal or non-state match. Applications are reviewed in the order received until funds run out, with priority given to submissions received by May 1 of each year.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
5- Applicant residency and farm location
- Project need
- Project impact
- Budget narrative and match
- Eligible expenses
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
IRS W-9 form, grant contract agreement
- Submit to
- https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=statemn
- Scope location
- Minnesota, 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 May 1, 2027. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=statemn. For questions, contact Sam Turner.
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 Sam Turner at (651) 201-6292. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Applicant residency and farm location, project need, project impact, budget narrative and match, eligible expenses" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of May 1, 2027, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
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, grant contract agreement. 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: Minnesota, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.