DNR EWR Native Plant Communities Revision

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is seeking proposals for collecting vegetation and stand structure plot data within managed forested Fire Dependent and Mesic Hardwood native plant communities. The contractor will relocate and survey 35 relevé plots over one field season in 2026. The collection of vegetation data will use Minnesota DNR's Relevé Method and Field Form, and stand structure methods will be specified. The contractor will work with DNR staff to determine final project methods and field schedule. • The contractor will collect vegetation data using the Relevé Method and Field Form. • The contractor will collect stand structure data using a plot-centered approach. • The contractor will work with DNR staff to determine final project methods and field schedule. • The contractor will be responsible for arranging and supplying their own transportation and lodging. • The contractor will be required to review and adapt to unpredictable weather or other constraints to complete the work.