New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets - Climate Resilient Farming Program - RFP0430
NY-State-Department of Agriculture and MarketsState · Albany, NY- Due
- Nov 23, 2026
- 37 days left
- Posted
- Sep 1, 2026
- Primary contact
- Jennifer Clifford
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THE 30-SECOND BRIEF
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets and the New York State Soil and Water Conservation Committee invite Soil and Water Conservation Districts to submit proposals for funding under the Climate Resilient Farming (CRF) Program Round 10 (RFP0430). Funds are available for projects that mitigate agricultural greenhouse gas emissions and enhance on-farm adaptation and resiliency across four tracks: Track 1 Livestock Management (Manure and Methane Management and Precision Feed Management), Track 2 Adaptation and Resiliency, Track 3 Healthy Soils NY, and Track 4 Agricultural Forestry Management. Total available funding is $16,800,000 sourced from the Environmental Protection Fund and the Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of 2022. Proposals must be submitted via the State Committee SharePoint site by 5:00 p.m. local time on November 23, 2026. Questions must be submitted in writing by October 23, 2026, with a final Q&A posting on October 30, 2026.
Livestock management manure and methane systems, Adaptation and resiliency systems, Healthy soils systems, Agricultural forestry management systems
Project Description, Oversight, and Work Plan (20 points), Budgeting and Cost Effectiveness (10 points), Estimated GHG Emission Reduction (5 points), Adaptation, Resiliency, and Environmental Benefits (15 points)
SUMMARY
The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets and the New York State Soil and Water Conservation Committee invite Soil and Water Conservation Districts to submit proposals for funding under the Climate Resilient Farming (CRF) Program Round 10 (RFP0430).
Funds are available for projects that mitigate agricultural greenhouse gas emissions and enhance on-farm adaptation and resiliency across four tracks: Track 1 Livestock Management (Manure and Methane Management and Precision Feed Management), Track 2 Adaptation and Resiliency, Track 3 Healthy Soils NY, and Track 4 Agricultural Forestry Management. Total available funding is $16,800,000 sourced from the Environmental Protection Fund and the Clean Water, Clean Air, and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of 2022. Proposals must be submitted via the State Committee SharePoint site by 5:00 p.m. local time on November 23, 2026. Questions must be submitted in writing by October 23, 2026, with a final Q&A posting on October 30, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Livestock management manure and methane systems
- Adaptation and resiliency systems
- Healthy soils systems
- Agricultural forestry management systems
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Application form with proposal checklist
- SW Workbook (Forms SW-1, SW-2, SW-3, SW-4, SW-5, SW-6)
- District Board Resolution
- State Historic Preservation Office map
- MWBE Utilization Plan
- SDVOB Utilization Plan
REQUIRED STAFFING
5- Submit to
- SharePoint
- Scope location
- Albany, NY
- Reported agency
- New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from NY-State-Department of Agriculture and Markets?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is November 23, 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: SharePoint. For questions, contact Jennifer Clifford.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including NY-State-Department of Agriculture and Markets in NY, 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 Jennifer Clifford. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Managerial, Senior Technical, Technical, Secretarial, SWCD Engineer. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Livestock management manure and methane systems, Adaptation and resiliency systems, Healthy soils systems, Agricultural forestry management systems. 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: "Project Description, Oversight, and Work Plan (20 points), Budgeting and Cost Effectiveness (10 points), Estimated GHG Emission Reduction (5 points), Adaptation, Resiliency, and Environmental Benefits..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from NY-State-Department of Agriculture and Markets?
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of November 23, 2026, 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: Application form with proposal checklist, SW Workbook (Forms SW-1, SW-2, SW-3, SW-4, SW-5, SW-6), District Board Resolution, State Historic Preservation Office map, MWBE Utilization Plan, SDVOB Utiliz. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from NY-State-Department of Agriculture and Markets for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Albany, NY. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.