Department of Environmental Protection - SFY26 Water Quality Monitoring Grant (WQMG) - BD-26-1045-BWR00-BWR01-121549 (2025)
Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection | Commonwealth of MassachusettsState · Boston, MA- Due
- Nov 21, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 2, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Casey McLaughlin
- (857) 293-3681
The 30-second brief
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) through the Watershed Planning Program (WPP) in the Bureau of Water Resources seeks grant proposals for supporting ongoing or new water quality monitoring and data collection efforts to increase external data used for assessments under the federal Clean Water Act (CWA). Eligible activities include direct monitoring of rivers, streams, lakes, ponds, and estuaries, purchase of monitoring equipment and supplies, external laboratory analysis fees, and staff salaries. The grant program aims to prioritize proposals addressing priority data needs such as E. coli, enterococci, total phosphorus, total nitrogen, and temperature, as well as benefits to Disadvantaged Communities. The total available funding is up to $200,000, with individual grants ranging from $10,000 to $50,000.
Administrative Summary (0 points), Proposed Work (35 points), Capacity for Quality Assured Data Collections and Submissions (20 points), Disadvantaged Communities (10 points), Organizational Capacity (20 points), Project Budget and Cash Flow Schedule (15 points)
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Summary
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) through the Watershed Planning Program (WPP) in the Bureau of Water Resources seeks grant proposals for supporting ongoing or new water quality monitoring and data collection efforts to increase external data used for assessments under the federal Clean Water Act (CWA).
Eligible activities include direct monitoring of rivers, streams, lakes, ponds, and estuaries, purchase of monitoring equipment and supplies, external laboratory analysis fees, and staff salaries. The grant program aims to prioritize proposals addressing priority data needs such as E. coli, enterococci, total phosphorus, total nitrogen, and temperature, as well as benefits to Disadvantaged Communities. The total available funding is up to $200,000, with individual grants ranging from $10,000 to $50,000.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
6- Commonwealth Standard Contract Form
- Commonwealth Terms and Conditions
- Commonwealth Alternative W-9 tax information form
- Completed Contractor Authorized Signatory Listing Form
- Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) form
- Scope of Work
- Submit to
- [email protected] and [email protected]
- Duration
- 6 months
- 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 November 21, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] and [email protected]. 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) 293-3681. 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: "Administrative Summary (0 points), Proposed Work (35 points), Capacity for Quality Assured Data Collections and Submissions (20 points), Disadvantaged Communities (10 points), Organizational Capacity..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection | Commonwealth of Massachusetts?
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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: Commonwealth Standard Contract Form, Commonwealth Terms and Conditions, Commonwealth Alternative W-9 tax information form, Completed Contractor Authorized Signatory Listing Form, Electronic Funds Tran. 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.
