MN Shade Tree Short Course

The MN Shade Tree Short Course is an annual professional conference organized by the Department of Forest Resources at the University of Minnesota, aimed at serving Minnesota’s arboriculture community, including municipal, private, state agencies, nonprofits, and academic stakeholders. The contract solicitation, identified by the number 11024.2307258.SE, is posted with a response deadline of May 23, 2025, and is valued between $50,000 and $200,000. The project emphasizes the importance of early submission of responses, adherence to detailed instructions provided in the supplier process documents, and strict compliance with the electronic submission protocols via the MBID platform. Respondents are prohibited from contacting the department during the RFP process, and all questions should be reviewed thoroughly in the provided background and scope documents before submission. The procurement process underscores transparency, accuracy, and timely responses, with detailed guidance available through the University of Minnesota’s Supplier Process and Information guides, which outline procedures for responding to RFx, handling addenda, and proposal ownership. The primary point of contact for the solicitation is Sarah Erhardt, reachable via email. The contract aims to facilitate a well-organized, professional conference that supports Minnesota’s urban forestry efforts, ensuring that selected vendors meet the university’s standards for quality and compliance while contributing to the ongoing education and development of professionals in the field.