Department of Environmental Protection - AWWA M36 Water Audits RFI # BWR 2027-AWWA-M36-Water Audits, 2026 - BWR-2027-AWWA-M36-WATER AUDITS-A1
- Due
- Oct 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 21, 2026
- Primary contact
- Casey McLaughlin
- (857) 293-3681
The 30-second brief
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection is soliciting interest from Water Management Act registrants and permit holders to receive a free American Water Works Association M36 Top-Down Audit from a private consulting firm hired by MassDEP. For certain facilities meeting data criteria, a Bottom-Up Component Analysis can also be performed as part of the audit. Selected public water suppliers are required to participate in the AWWA M36 audit to identify water loss needs and objectives. Responses are due by October 21, 2026, and must be submitted by email to [email protected] with the subject line FY27 M36 Water Opportunity.
M36 Application Form
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Summary
The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection is soliciting interest from Water Management Act registrants and permit holders to receive a free American Water Works Association M36 Top-Down Audit from a private consulting firm hired by MassDEP. For certain facilities meeting data criteria, a Bottom-Up Component Analysis can also be performed as part of the audit.
Selected public water suppliers are required to participate in the AWWA M36 audit to identify water loss needs and objectives. Responses are due by October 21, 2026, and must be submitted by email to [email protected] with the subject line FY27 M36 Water Opportunity.
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
M36 Application Form
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Boston, MA
- Reported agency
- Department of Environmental Protection
Questions about this RFI
How do I respond to this RFI from Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection | Commonwealth of Massachusetts?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 21, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Casey McLaughlin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFI?
Most government agencies, including Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection | 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 RFI 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 Casey McLaughlin at (857) 293-3681. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: M36 Application Form. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What documents are required to bid on this RFI?
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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.