Department of Agricultural Resources - Technical Assistance Providers Master List - AGR-TAP-FY23 (2022)
Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of MassachusettsState · Suite 500 Boston, MA- Due
- Jan 31, 2031
- 1538 days left
- Posted
- Jul 7, 2022
- Contract term
- 3 years
- Primary contact
- Dorothy Du
- (857) 505-0874
The 30-second brief
The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources seeks qualified technical assistance providers to serve as independent contractors on a master list supporting agricultural operations, business management, resource management, marketing, succession planning, and course instruction. Services include one-on-one farm consultations, business plan writing, financial analysis, soil management, and workshops across Massachusetts. The solicitation utilizes rolling submissions accepted through January 31, 2031 via the COMMBUYS portal. Contracts are awarded for an initial duration of up to 3 years with two 3-year renewal options on a rate contract basis.
Rate/fee, experience, geographic location, quality
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Summary
The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources seeks qualified technical assistance providers to serve as independent contractors on a master list supporting agricultural operations, business management, resource management, marketing, succession planning, and course instruction.
Services include one-on-one farm consultations, business plan writing, financial analysis, soil management, and workshops across Massachusetts. The solicitation utilizes rolling submissions accepted through January 31, 2031 via the COMMBUYS portal. Contracts are awarded for an initial duration of up to 3 years with two 3-year renewal options on a rate contract basis.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
4- Rate/fee
- Experience
- Geographic location
- Quality
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Cover letter
- Resume or statement of qualifications
- Attachment A - TAP Service and Rate Sheet
- Submit to
- https://www.commbuys.com
- Duration
- 108 months
- Scope location
- Boston, MA
- Reported agency
- Department of Agricultural Resources
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid 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 January 31, 2031. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.commbuys.com. For questions, contact Dorothy Du.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 Bid 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 Dorothy Du 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: "Rate/fee, experience, geographic location, quality" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of Massachusetts?
All active and historical solicitations from Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of Massachusetts are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of Massachusetts regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 3 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of January 31, 2031, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this Bid?
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: Cover letter, resume or statement of qualifications, Attachment A - TAP Service and Rate Sheet. 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.
