Montana Department of Agriculture RFP for Montana Potato Research & Market Development Program 2026
Montana Potato Research and Market Development Program | State of MontanaState · Helena, MT- Due
- Oct 30, 2026
- 10 days left
- Primary contact
- Dani Jones
- (406) 444-2402
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The Montana Department of Agriculture invites proposals for the Montana Potato Research & Market Development Program to fund demonstration projects, applied research, and market development projects addressing potato industry needs. Key priorities include management of potato viruses, vectors, fungal and bacterial diseases such as blackleg, scab, soft rot, ring rot, weeds, and improved agronomic practices like water and nutrient management, cover crops, and on-farm research. Eligible applicants include public and private agencies, businesses, educational institutions, local governments, and individuals. Proposals must be submitted through the WebGrants system by October 30, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Projects require a minimum one-to-one applicant-funding match.
Degree to which proposed activity addresses significant industry need, Demonstrated experience and ability of applicant, Clearly demonstrated potential for near-term commercial application, Adequacy of plan and time frame
SUMMARY
The Montana Department of Agriculture invites proposals for the Montana Potato Research & Market Development Program to fund demonstration projects, applied research, and market development projects addressing potato industry needs.
Key priorities include management of potato viruses, vectors, fungal and bacterial diseases such as blackleg, scab, soft rot, ring rot, weeds, and improved agronomic practices like water and nutrient management, cover crops, and on-farm research. Eligible applicants include public and private agencies, businesses, educational institutions, local governments, and individuals. Proposals must be submitted through the WebGrants system by October 30, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Projects require a minimum one-to-one applicant-funding match.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Degree to which proposed activity addresses significant industry need
- Demonstrated experience and ability of applicant
- Clearly demonstrated potential for near-term commercial application
- Adequacy of plan and time frame
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- https://mtagr.webgrantscloud.com/index.do
- Scope location
- Helena, MT
- Reported agency
- Montana Department of Agriculture
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Montana Potato Research and Market Development Program | State of Montana?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 30, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: https://mtagr.webgrantscloud.com/index.do. For questions, contact Dani Jones.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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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 Dani Jones at (406) 444-2402. 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: "Degree to which proposed activity addresses significant industry need, Demonstrated experience and ability of applicant, Clearly demonstrated potential for near-term commercial application, Adequacy o..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Helena, MT. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.