2026 Tribal Energy Forum Sponsorship

This is a single source posting notification; there are no solicitation documents for download. The Minnesota Department of Commerce - Division of Energy Resources intends to purchase sponsorship of the 2026 2nd Annual Tribal Energy Forum hosted by the Tribal Advocacy Council on Energy (TACE). TACE is a sovereign, inter-tribal council in Minnesota dedicated to advancing energy independence, sustainability, and economic opportunity for Tribal Nations. By coordinating Tribal leadership with state, federal, and clean energy partners, this first-of-its-kind Tribal‑led organization ensures Indigenous priorities guide regional energy planning and policy development. The Tribal Energy Forum brings together Tribal leaders, utilities, state and federal agencies, colleges, clean energy partners, nonprofits, and community organizations to share knowledge, strengthen relationships, and support sustainable energy development in Native communities. As the only Tribal-energy-focused conference in Minnesota for the remainder of 2026, sponsoring the event provides meaningful opportunities to engage directly with the organizations and leaders involved in Tribal energy planning and infrastructure across the state. If anyone has any concerns regarding this single source opportunity, you must contact Carla Collins via email at carla.collins@state.mn.us before October 1, 2026, at 3:00 PM CT (Central Time). Note: Include the reference number and title of the posting in the subject line. \[Partial description. For the full description, log into the [Supplier Portal](https://guest.supplier.systems.state.mn.us/psc/fmssupap/SUPPLIER/ERP/c/NUI_FRAMEWORK.PT_LANDINGPAGE.GBL).\] **Event ID/Reference Number:** **UNKNOWN** If an Event ID/Reference number appears, this Solicitation Event is being conducted in the SWIFT system. All project documentation and vendor submissions should be completed at the State of Minnesota Supplier portal. Log in to the [Supplier Portal](https://guest.supplier.systems.state.mn.us/psc/fmssupap/SUPPLIER/ERP/c/NUI_FRAMEWORK.PT_LANDINGPAGE.GBL?&) to view this event. You will need to search for Event ID/Reference Number in the portal. If the Event ID/Reference Number shows "Unknown", then the full description can be found for this event in the State of Minnesota list of solicitations (select the appropriate page): [Goods and Services Solicitation Postings](https://osp.admin.mn.gov/GS-auto) or [Professional and Technical Solicitation Postings](https://osp.admin.mn.gov/PT-auto). You may locate it using the Ref. # that appears above.