Department of Environmental Protection - GAP IV Energy Grant 2025-2026 Opportunity - BD-26-1045-BPE00-BPE01-120045 (2025)
Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection | Commonwealth of MassachusettsState · Boston, MA- Due
- Dec 16, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 15, 2025
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Casey McLaughlin
- (857) 276-3047
The 30-second brief
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection seeks proposals for the Gap IV Energy Grant Program to implement energy efficiency and clean energy facility upgrades at publicly owned drinking water and wastewater treatment facilities, nonprofit agricultural or food producing organizations, and small businesses engaged in food distribution or processing. The $5 million program provides grants ranging from $75,000 to $350,000 to fund projects including building envelope treatments, heat pumps, variable speed drives, pump and motor replacements, HVAC upgrades, solar photovoltaic systems, battery energy storage, and microgrids. Eligible applicants must provide a minimum 10% cost share and submit applications online via the Mass DOER iMeet system by December 16, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST. Proposals are evaluated based on cost-effectiveness, energy and greenhouse gas savings, disadvantaged community locations, utility incentives secured, battery storage integration, and deep energy retrofits.
Energy efficiency projects (building envelope treatments, Heat pumps, Variable speed drives, Pump and motor replacements, High efficiency HVAC and water heating upgrades, Lighting, Process improvements); clean energy projects (solar photovoltaic systems, In-conduit hydropower, Wind power, Battery energy storage systems, Microgrid systems, Combined heat and power, Solar thermal rooftop collectors, Geothermal systems); demand response services; project narratives; applicant information and funding overview; signed certification of application; grant application data table; completed energy assessments and studies; documentation of financing
Cost-Effectiveness of MassDEP's Gap IV Energy Grant Project (25 points), Project's Total Estimated Annual Energy Savings and/or Renewable Power Generation (25 points), Location / Disadvantaged Communities (15 points), Percentage (%) of Energy Utility Incentives and Other Grant Contributions Secured (5 points), Proposal Implementing a combination of solar or wind Clean Energy Project with a Battery Energy Storage System (10 points), Proposal Implementing Deep Energy Retrofit measures (5 points), Participation in an Active Demand Response plan / program (5 points), Additional Applicant Cost Share Contribution (5 points), Capacity or demonstrated managerial grant competence (5 points)
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Summary
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection seeks proposals for the Gap IV Energy Grant Program to implement energy efficiency and clean energy facility upgrades at publicly owned drinking water and wastewater treatment facilities, nonprofit agricultural or food producing organizations, and small businesses engaged in food distribution or processing.
The $5 million program provides grants ranging from $75,000 to $350,000 to fund projects including building envelope treatments, heat pumps, variable speed drives, pump and motor replacements, HVAC upgrades, solar photovoltaic systems, battery energy storage, and microgrids. Eligible applicants must provide a minimum 10% cost share and submit applications online via the Mass DOER iMeet system by December 16, 2025, at 5:00 PM EST. Proposals are evaluated based on cost-effectiveness, energy and greenhouse gas savings, disadvantaged community locations, utility incentives secured, battery storage integration, and deep energy retrofits.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Cost-Effectiveness of MassDEP's Gap IV Energy Grant Project (25 points), Project's Total Estimated Annual Energy Savings and/or Renewable Power Generation (25 points), Location / Disadvantaged Communities (15 points), Percentage (%) of Energy Utility Incentives and Other Grant Contributions Secured (5 points), Proposal Implementing a combination of solar or wind Clean Energy Project with a Battery Energy Storage System (10 points), Proposal Implementing Deep Energy Retrofit measures (5 points), Participation in an Active Demand Response plan / program (5 points), Additional Applicant Cost Share Contribution (5 points), Capacity or demonstrated managerial grant competence (5 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Energy efficiency projects (building envelope treatments, Heat pumps, Variable speed drives, Pump and motor replacements, High efficiency HVAC and water heating upgrades, Lighting, Process improvements); clean energy projects (solar photovoltaic systems, In-conduit hydropower, Wind power, Battery energy storage systems, Microgrid systems, Combined heat and power, Solar thermal rooftop collectors, Geothermal systems); demand response services; project narratives; applicant information and funding overview; signed certification of application; grant application data table; completed energy assessments and studies; documentation of financing
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Project Narrative, Appendix A Applicant Information and Funding Overview, Appendix B Signed Certification of Application and Financing Certification and Small Business and Nonprofit Attestation Forms, Appendix C Grant Application Data Table, Completed energy assessments or studies, Documentation of Financing, MassDEP Grant Agreement, Commonwealth Standard Contract Form, Commonwealth Terms and Conditions, W-9 Request for Taxpayer Identification Number and Certification, Contractor Authorized Signatory Listing Form, Electronic Funds Transfer Authorization Agreement
- Submit to
- https://www.commbuys.com
- Scope location
- Boston, MA
- Reported agency
- Department of Environmental Protection
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP 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 December 16, 2025. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.commbuys.com. For questions, contact Casey McLaughlin.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
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 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 Casey McLaughlin at (857) 276-3047. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Energy efficiency projects (building envelope treatments, Heat pumps, Variable speed drives, Pump and motor replacements, High efficiency HVAC and water heating upgrades, Lighting, Process improvements); clean energy projects (solar photovoltaic systems, In-conduit hydropower, Wind power, Battery en. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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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: "Cost-Effectiveness of MassDEP's Gap IV Energy Grant Project (25 points), Project's Total Estimated Annual Energy Savings and/or Renewable Power Generation (25 points), Location / Disadvantaged Communi..." 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 2 years. 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: Project Narrative, Appendix A Applicant Information and Funding Overview, Appendix B Signed Certification of Application and Financing Certification and Small Business and Nonprofit Attestation Forms,. Review the full document from Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection | 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.
