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INDUSTRY DAY - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) Clean Lakes, Estuaries, and Rivers 30 (CLEAR 30) Pilot Conservation Activity Plan Maintenance Program

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Submission Closed12/09/2021, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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NAICS: 115116

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USDA SBIR/STTR Topic 8.12 — Small and Mid-size Farms

Solicitation # USDA-NIFA-TOPIC-8.12

The USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture is soliciting proposals under Topic 8.12 to enhance the sustainability and profitability of small and mid-size farms and ranches. This initiative targets operations with annual agricultural sales under 1 million dollars, recognizing that these farms comprise 90 percent of all U.S. farms and are vital to the national economy and the preservation of natural resources. Projects must demonstrate a positive impact on the social fabric and leadership of rural communities. This solicitation is a total small business set-aside under the SBIR/STTR mandate for organizations with fewer than 500 employees. Applicants are required to emphasize how their project results will be disseminated to the broader small farm community to ensure widespread benefit. Interested parties can coordinate with the National Program Leader, Dr. Rachel Seman-Varner, regarding this federal opportunity.

National Institute of Food and Agriculture

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2026 (LASA) Local Agriculture and Seafood Act

Solicitation # 1gotqr3a6pgg1

The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management, Division of Agriculture, is administering the 2026 Local Agriculture and Seafood Act (LASA) Grant Program to support the growth, development, and marketing of local food and seafood. The program will distribute approximately $450,000 in grants, with a maximum award of $20,000 per farmer, individual, business, or non-profit organization. A specialized $50,000 carve-out is dedicated to regenerative agriculture projects that align with the 2021 Act on Climate to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve soil health. Eligible applicants include for-profit farms, fisheries, and other food businesses, as well as underserved producers such as women, veterans, and beginning or small-scale operators. Funding priorities focus on enhancing market readiness, expanding distribution channels, protecting agricultural land, and improving food safety compliance through FSMA and HACCP standards. Projects may last up to 24 months, with administrative costs capped at 10% of the total budget. Applications must be submitted via the eCivis portal by December 4, 2026, and must include a detailed budget and a plan for long-term sustainability. Awards are determined by the LASA Advisory Committee based on a scoring rubric that evaluates the nature of the application, technical feasibility, and return on investment. Grantees are required to submit interim reports by June 30, 2027, and a final report by August 31, 2029, to remain eligible for future funding.

DEM - Bureau of Natural Resources

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Crop Production and Farm Management ServicesThis subcontract for Crop Production and Farm Management Services involves performing primary agricultural operations for prime lessees on Onslow Water and Sewer Authority cropland projects located in Onslow County, North Carolina. The selected provider will be responsible for managing 206 acres, with a scope of work that includes tilling, seeding, crop rotation, pest management, and harvesting. To successfully execute these duties, the contractor must utilize specialized machinery such as tractors, plows, seeders, combines, and irrigation equipment to deliver harvested crops and maintain the cropland. Eligible candidates must possess a valid agricultural business license to perform the work under NAICS code 115116. The solicitation was posted on September 28, 2026, with a response deadline set for October 29, 2026. This project is managed by the Admin-OPS agency within the state of North Carolina.

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Climate Resilient Farming Program – Round 10

Solicitation # RFP0430

The Climate Resilient Farming Program Round 10 is a solicitation issued by the New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets to provide matching grants of up to 80 percent to County Soil and Water Conservation Districts. With a total available funding pool of 16.8 million dollars, the program supports climate change mitigation and adaptation projects on New York State farms. Projects are categorized into four tracks: Livestock Management (6 million dollars), Adaptation and Resiliency (4.8 million dollars), Healthy Soils NY (5 million dollars), and Agricultural Forestry Management (1 million dollars). Eligible projects focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, enhancing carbon sequestration, and improving on-farm resiliency through Agricultural Best Management Practice Systems. Applications must be submitted via the State Committee SharePoint site by November 23, 2026, and must include a comprehensive PDF application packet and a separate Excel workbook. Proposals are evaluated and ranked within their respective tracks based on project description, budgeting, estimated greenhouse gas emission reductions, and environmental benefits, requiring a minimum score of 100 out of 200 points to be considered for funding. The standard contract term for awarded projects is four to five years. The program maintains specific diversity goals, including 15 percent for Minority Business Enterprises, 15 percent for Women Business Enterprises, and a 6 percent goal for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses.

NYS Department of Agriculture & Markets

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Conservation Farming ServicesThis subcontract for Conservation Farming Services supports prime contractors on Illinois Department of Natural Resources farm lease projects located at Pyramid State Park. The scope of work involves agricultural cultivation and crop management, specifically requiring the implementation of cropping plans that utilize conservation tillage and low-impact farming methods as outlined in the Agronomy Handbook V23-4 to enhance soil health and reduce erosion. The service provider will utilize specialized equipment, including tractors, seeders, and harvesters, to deliver cultivated crops and maintain the land. This opportunity is managed by the Illinois Office of Realty and Capital Planning under NAICS code 115116, with a response deadline of November 12, 2026.

REALTYCAPPLAN422 - Office of Realty and Capital Planning

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Crop Production & Field Management ServicesThis subcontract for Crop Production and Field Management Services involves performing farming operations for prime contractors on Illinois Department of Natural Resources land management projects. The selected provider will be responsible for field tillage, preparation, and the planting of wildlife food, legumes, and grasses according to a specific Cropping Plan. Key operational requirements include implementing rotating corn and soybean cover crop cycles using tractors and seeders while adhering to the Agronomy Handbook Chapter 8 and Cover Crop Programs guidelines. The contract is managed by the Illinois Office of Realty and Capital Planning under NAICS code 115116. Interested parties must submit their responses by the deadline of November 4, 2026. The primary objective of the engagement is the successful delivery of planted and harvested fields in accordance with state land management standards.

REALTYCAPPLAN422 - Office of Realty and Capital Planning

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Tulare Lake Compost (TLC) Custom Farming and Property MaintenanceThe Los Angeles County Sanitation District is seeking custom farming and property maintenance services for approximately 14,000 acres of agricultural land at the Tulare Lake Compost facility located in Kettleman City, California. The contract spans a three-year period from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2029. Primary responsibilities include annual farming operations on approximately 2,500 acres using compost produced on-site, as well as general property maintenance tasks such as weed abatement and the upkeep of irrigation canals. The project is classified under NAICS code 115116 and is managed by Patricia Horsley, Environmental Planner. Administratively, the project is designated as a Ministerial Emergency Project Categorical Exemption under Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines, as it involves the operation of an existing public facility without expansion of use. This exemption was officially recorded by Kings County on July 28, 2026.

Los Angeles County Sanitation District

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Farmers Market Operational ManagementThe City of Encinitas is seeking a subcontractor for the Farmers Market Operational Management project to support the Leucadia 101 Mainstreet Association. The selected provider will be responsible for the comprehensive management and coordination of a temporary community market, including the strategic placement of vendors and the operational relocation of the market to Oak Crest Middle School. The primary objective is to deliver a fully functioning, managed weekly farmers market event through the oversight of daily operations. Qualified candidates must possess demonstrated experience in event planning and a strong understanding of local permitting requirements. This subcontract is centered in Encinitas, California, and falls under NAICS code 115116. The project focuses on ensuring a seamless transition and consistent weekly execution of the market activities to serve the local community.

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Nevada Ranch Merced LP - Restoration ProjectThe Nevada Ranch Merced LP Restoration Project, managed by the Merced Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Agency, involves the transition of approximately 150 acres of land in Merced County, California, from organic almond production to wildlife habitat and cattle grazing. Located along South Santa Fe Avenue near Le Grand, the project focuses on the removal of orchard trees as part of regular agricultural practice and their replacement with native grassland vegetation. The primary objective is to create and restore upland and pollinator habitats to support various bird and mammal species while ensuring the land remains in agricultural production. The project is designated as a special notice with a posted date of January 14, 2026, and falls under NAICS code 115116. It is classified as exempt under California Code of Regulations 14 CCR Section 12102.4, Class 4, due to the minor nature of the land alterations. Administrative oversight is provided by Lacey McBride, who serves as the primary point of contact. Specific contract values, pricing schedules, and performance periods are not detailed in the provided documentation.

Merced Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Agency

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9 months ago

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General Info

Agency

Department Of Agriculture → Fpac Bus Cntr-Acq Div-It_enterp SEC

NAICS

115116 - Farm Management Services

Place of Performance

DC, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

DraftCombined+Synopsis+Sol_CLEAR+30_115116.pdf

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PostedNov 10

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Response DeadlineDec 9

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Submission Closed

12/09/2021, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → Fpac Bus Cntr-Acq Div-It_enterp SEC

Contacts1 person available

OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20250, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Agriculture → Fpac Bus Cntr-Acq Div-It_enterp SEC

Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20250, USA

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Nancy Harris

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+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

INDUSTRY DAY - United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) Clean Lakes, Estuaries, and Rivers 30 (CLEAR 30) Pilot Conservation Activity Plan Maintenance Program SUMMARY On behalf of the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA), the Farm Production and Conservation Business Center announces an Industry Day to present the requirements for the government-managed conservation activity plan maintenance activities for the Clean Lakes, Estuaries, and Rivers 30 (CLEAR 30) pilot program. This program is available in all counties and county equivalents nationwide, including U.S. territories and tribal lands. The Industry Day is scheduled for Thursday, December 9, 2021 from 11:00 am ET - 2:00 pm ET. This will be a virtual event, hosted on the internet, using Microsoft Teams. Please note: Companies will be able to participate without a Microsoft Teams account. The objective is to provide a presentation to inform the industry community of the program requirements and the intent to solicit for multiple Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contracts on a regional basis nationwide for a base period of period twelve (12) months and four (4) twelve-month option periods for a total of sixty (60) months. A presentation will provide the CRP CLEAR 30 Requirements and feedback will be provided in response to questions submitted by contractors in advance. Interested contractors are encouraged to attend. However, attendance is not mandatory to submit a proposal in response to a future solicitation for this requirement. Contractors may submit questions regarding the requirement by December 6, 2021 to nancy.harris@usda.gov . A draft Request for Proposal, Performance Work Statement (PWS), and draft Evaluation Criteria are attached to this notice. DATE, LOCATION, AGENDA, REGISTRATION, MICROSOFT TEAMS Join Meeting LINK DATE: Thursday, December 9, 2021 TIME: 11:00 am ET - 2:00 pm ET WHAT: Presentation of CRP CLEAR 30 Requirements Contractor feedback on solicitation. WHERE: Virtually over the internet using Microsoft Teams WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Contractors who are capable of performing the requirements stated in the attached PWS or contractors who are capable of identifying, contracting, coordinating, and managing contractors who are capable of performing the requirements in the PWS. HOW: All parties interested in participating in the CRP CLEAR 30 Industry Day should register with Nancy Harris at nancy.harris@usda.gov by December 6, 2021 with the following information: Company Name: _______________________________ Point of Contact Name: __________________________ POC Email: ____________________________________ POC Phone Number: ____________________________ Number of Participants: __________________________ Suggested NAICS code(s): _________________________ Questions: _____________________________________ You are not required to have a Microsoft Teams account in order to access the event. It's recommended that you join just a few minutes prior to the meeting start time of 11:00 am ET, 10:00 am CT. The meeting will be recorded. The attached file, CLEAR 30 Industry Day Announcement Final, contains a hot link to access the Industry Day. Click on the link below to join: Microsoft Teams meeting Join on your computer or mobile app Click here to join the meeting Learn More | Meeting options This announcement is being issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute an Invitation for Bids (IFB), a Request for Proposals (RFP), a Request for Quotations (RFQ) or an indication that the Government will contract for any of the items and/or services contained in this notice. In accordance with FAR 52.215-3, Request for Information or Solicitation for Planning Purposes, the Government will not pay for any information/items submitted in response to this Notice. No determination as to the viability of this requirement has been made at this point and there is currently no solicitation for this effort. Any solicitation resulting from this Notice will be announced separately.

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