Minnesota Department of Agriculture Urban Farm Conservation Mini-Grant RFP 2026
Minnesota Department of Agriculture | State of MinnesotaState · Saint Paul, MN- Due
- Dec 18, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Nov 6, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Emily Toner
- (651) 201-6034
The 30-second brief
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture invites proposals for the Urban Farm Conservation Mini-Grant FY26, funded through the USDA NRCS (Award# NR236322XXXXC004). The program provides grant awards ranging from $500 to $5,000 to support commercial urban farmers with equipment, materials, and services needed to manage soil, water, plant, and animal life with conservation in mind. Eligible projects include soil testing, composting facilities, cover cropping, micro irrigation, pollinator mixes, low tunnel systems, and urban forestry. Applications are due by 4:00 p.m. CST on December 18, 2025. Total available funding is approximately $100,000, targeting 20-40 grants with a one-year contract term from February 2026 to January 2027.
Project purpose (30 pts), Impact on urban farm (20 pts), Distressed community location (10 pts), Work plan (15 pts), Budget (25 pts)
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Summary
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture invites proposals for the Urban Farm Conservation Mini-Grant FY26, funded through the USDA NRCS (Award# NR236322XXXXC004).
The program provides grant awards ranging from $500 to $5,000 to support commercial urban farmers with equipment, materials, and services needed to manage soil, water, plant, and animal life with conservation in mind. Eligible projects include soil testing, composting facilities, cover cropping, micro irrigation, pollinator mixes, low tunnel systems, and urban forestry. Applications are due by 4:00 p.m. CST on December 18, 2025. Total available funding is approximately $100,000, targeting 20-40 grants with a one-year contract term from February 2026 to January 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
IRS W-9 form
- Submit to
- https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=statemn
- Duration
- 12 months
- 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 December 18, 2025. 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 Emily Toner.
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 Emily Toner at (651) 201-6034. 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: "Project purpose (30 pts), Impact on urban farm (20 pts), Distressed community location (10 pts), Work plan (15 pts), Budget (25 pts)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Minnesota Department of Agriculture | State of Minnesota?
All active and historical solicitations from Minnesota Department of Agriculture | State of Minnesota are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Minnesota Department of Agriculture | State of Minnesota regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. 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. 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.