Department of Agricultural Resources - Farm Transfer Plan Assistance, Farm-Pass, FY26-27 Round 4+5 - AGR-FTPA-FY27-4-5, 2026
Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of MassachusettsState · Suite 500 Boston, MA- Due
- Apr 1, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 21, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Robert Monahan
- (857) 505-0874
The 30-second brief
The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources seeks responses from commercial farm owners in Massachusetts who have identified a farm business successor and want assistance to develop a written Farm Transfer Plan. The program provides guided one-on-one technical assistance from an assigned technical assistance provider to facilitate discussions, identify business goals, and set a timeline to transfer farm management, land, and assets. Eligible applicants must own commercial agricultural land as defined by M.G.L. c. 128, § 1A, plan to retire within 10 years, and have an identified successor. Applications are accepted via rolling submissions through April 1, 2026, with review rounds ending December 1, 2025, and April 1, 2026. The contract duration for selected participants is up to one year.
The viability and economic impact of current agricultural business, The potential success of the identified successor, The readiness and fit for applicants to participate, Overall distribution of farm service based on geographic location and type of farm
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Summary
The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources seeks responses from commercial farm owners in Massachusetts who have identified a farm business successor and want assistance to develop a written Farm Transfer Plan.
The program provides guided one-on-one technical assistance from an assigned technical assistance provider to facilitate discussions, identify business goals, and set a timeline to transfer farm management, land, and assets. Eligible applicants must own commercial agricultural land as defined by M.G.L. c. 128, § 1A, plan to retire within 10 years, and have an identified successor. Applications are accepted via rolling submissions through April 1, 2026, with review rounds ending December 1, 2025, and April 1, 2026. The contract duration for selected participants is up to one year.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
The viability and economic impact of current agricultural business, The potential success of the identified successor, The readiness and fit for applicants to participate, Overall distribution of farm service based on geographic location and type of farm
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
4- Application Form
- RFR Required Specifications
- Commonwealth Standard Contract Form
- Completed Contractor Authorized Signatory Listing verification form
- Submit to
- [email protected] or MA Department of Agricultural Resources, Attention: Farm-Pass, 138 Memorial Avenue, Suite 42, West Springfield, MA 01089
- Scope location
- Boston, MA
- Reported agency
- Department of Agricultural Resources
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of Massachusetts?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 1, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] or MA Department of Agricultural Resources, Attention: Farm-Pass, 138 Memorial Avenue, Suite 42, West Springfield, MA 01089. For questions, contact Robert Monahan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of Massachusetts in MA, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is Robert Monahan at (857) 505-0874. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "The viability and economic impact of current agricultural business, The potential success of the identified successor, The readiness and fit for applicants to participate, Overall distribution of farm..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 1 year. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Application Form, RFR Required Specifications, Commonwealth Standard Contract Form, Completed Contractor Authorized Signatory Listing verification form. Review the full document from Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of Massachusetts for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Boston, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
