Government Contracting for Forestry in Minnesota's Arrowhead

Government Contracting for Forestry in Minnesota's Arrowhead

• Jan 21, 2025

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Description

For new and experienced forestry contractors, including (but not limited to) loggers, tree service, planners, tree planters, and fuels reduction businesses. Get help deciphering the government contracting process, learn about current and future hand and mechanical work projects on public and private lands, and discuss challenges facing the forestry industry.

There will be opportunities to connect with contract representatives from federal, state, and county agencies. Learn about the different contracting systems, prerequisite(s) for submitting responses/receiving an award, and what is needed to be part of a solicitation - insurance, certifications, etc. Additional information will be shared about upcoming work the government expects to contract out in the coming years.

APEX Accelerator will provide an overview and follow-up technical assistance for getting registered in the federal SAM.gov and VIPR systems, as well as the state SWIFT system. 

The Small Business Development Center will provide resources on developing a business plan, business finance basics, and strategic planning for business growth. 

***The Government Contracting for Forestry Resource Day qualifies for 3 hours of Minnesota Logger Education Program credit. You must find another 3 hour MLEP class to complete your 6 hours of training for the year.*** 

Registration

Please register (free to attend) for the session you wish to attend through the MN Department of Administration - Equity in Procurement:

https://mngov.ecenterdirect.com/events/2095 - Virginia, March 13

https://mngov.ecenterdirect.com/events/2097 - Grand Rapids, April 2

https://mngov.ecenterdirect.com/events/2098 - Finland, April 22*

*MLEP is hosting two concurrent morning sessions - First-Aid/CPR and Logger Safety. These courses are available to non-members/non-loggers. The cost is $125 and registration must be done separately through MLEP's website: www.mlep.org/assnfe/searchcourses.asp

Questions?

Contact Teresa Floberg at tfloberg@dovetailinc.org or (218) 610-0861 with any questions about these resource days.

This workshop would not be possible without the financial support of the U.S. Forest Service.
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.)
To file a complaint alleging discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington DC 20250-9410 or call toll free voice (866) 632-9992, TDD (800)877-8339, or voice relay (866) 377- 8642. USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.