Minnesota DNR Conservation Partners Legacy (CPL) Grant Program Fiscal Year 2027 Request for Proposals
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources | State of MinnesotaState · St. Paul, MN- Due
- Sep 16, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- David Stein
- (651) 259-5375
The 30-second brief
The Minnesota DNR is soliciting proposals for habitat-focused restoration, protection, and enhancement projects in the 7-county metro area and select cities. Grants range from $5,000 to $500,000 with a 10% non-state match requirement.
Ecological Restoration Management Plan, Accomplishment Reports, Real Property Interest Report
Overall Project Value, Applicant Performance, Project Benefits, Benefits to the Public, Financial Assessment, Project Urgency
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Summary
The Minnesota DNR is soliciting proposals for habitat-focused restoration, protection, and enhancement projects in the 7-county metro area and select cities. Grants range from $5,000 to $500,000 with a 10% non-state match requirement.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
6- Overall Project Value
- Applicant Performance
- Project Benefits
- Benefits to the Public
- Financial Assessment
- Project Urgency
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Ecological Restoration Management Plan
- Accomplishment Reports
- Real Property Interest Report
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Land Manager Review and Approval Form
- Public Waters Project Form
- Financial documentation for NGOs
- ArcGIS Shapefile or .kml/.kmz file
- Letters of commitment
- Submit to
- Apply via the CPL application process on the Minnesota DNR site. Contact: [email protected]
- Scope location
- 7-county metro area, Duluth, Rochester, St. Cloud, MN
- Reported agency
- Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Minnesota Department of Natural Resources | State of Minnesota?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 16, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: Apply via the CPL application process on the Minnesota DNR site. Contact: [email protected]. For questions, contact David Stein.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Minnesota Department of Natural Resources | 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 David Stein at (651) 259-5375. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Ecological Restoration Management Plan, Accomplishment Reports, Real Property Interest Report. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Overall Project Value, Applicant Performance, Project Benefits, Benefits to the Public, Financial Assessment, Project Urgency" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Minnesota Department of Natural Resources | State of Minnesota?
All active and historical solicitations from Minnesota Department of Natural Resources | State of Minnesota are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Minnesota Department of Natural Resources | State of Minnesota regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
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: Land Manager Review and Approval Form, Public Waters Project Form, Financial documentation for NGOs, ArcGIS Shapefile or .kml/.kmz file, Letters of commitment. Review the full document from Minnesota Department of Natural Resources | 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: 7-county metro area, Duluth, Rochester, St. Cloud, MN. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.