EEA Conservation Partnership Grant FY 27 Bid BD-26-1042-ENV-ENV01-126442
Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources | Commonwealth of MassachusettsState · Suite 500 Boston, MA- Due
- Jul 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 11, 2026
- Primary contact
- Darya Mattes
- (617) 721-4864
The 30-second brief
The Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) is soliciting proposals for the FY 2027 Conservation Partnership Grant Program. This program provides financial assistance to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations and conservation districts for the acquisition of conservation land or perpetual Conservation Restrictions (CR), as well as due diligence costs for land donations. Eligible projects include the purchase of land suitable for conservation or recreation purposes. The maximum grant award is $425,000 for land/CR purchase and $20,000 for due diligence on gifts, with a 50% reimbursement rate. Applications must be submitted via the EEA Grant Management System (GMS) by July 13, 2026. A virtual information session is scheduled for May 13, 2026.
Reimbursement Billing Form, Project Cost Worksheet, Recorded deed or CR, Title certification, Recent survey, Cancelled checks or wire transfer statements, Public access language, Photo of funding credit sign, GIS Data Entry Form
Organizational Characteristics (16%), Land Protection (15%), Biodiversity and Natural Resource Protection (25%), Working Farms and Forests (7%), Recreational Opportunities (22%), Overall Project Quality and Importance (15%)
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Summary
The Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) is soliciting proposals for the FY 2027 Conservation Partnership Grant Program.
This program provides financial assistance to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations and conservation districts for the acquisition of conservation land or perpetual Conservation Restrictions (CR), as well as due diligence costs for land donations. Eligible projects include the purchase of land suitable for conservation or recreation purposes. The maximum grant award is $425,000 for land/CR purchase and $20,000 for due diligence on gifts, with a 50% reimbursement rate. Applications must be submitted via the EEA Grant Management System (GMS) by July 13, 2026. A virtual information session is scheduled for May 13, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
9- Reimbursement Billing Form
- Project Cost Worksheet
- Recorded deed or CR
- Title certification
- Recent survey
- Cancelled checks or wire transfer statements
- Public access language
- Photo of funding credit sign
- GIS Data Entry Form
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
10- Project narrative
- Budget proposal
- USGS topographic map
- Letter of commitment
- Chapter 61/61A documentation
- Appraisal report
- Articles of Incorporation
- NHESP comments
- Representative photos
- Latest survey
- Submit to
- EEA Grant Management System (GMS)
- Scope location
- Massachusetts
- Reported agency
- Executive Office of Energy & Environmental Affairs
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 July 13, 2026. 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: EEA Grant Management System (GMS). For questions, contact Darya Mattes.
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 Darya Mattes at (617) 721-4864. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Reimbursement Billing Form, Project Cost Worksheet, Recorded deed or CR, Title certification, Recent survey, Cancelled checks or wire transfer statements, Public access language, Photo of funding credit sign, GIS Data Entry Form. 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: "Organizational Characteristics (16%), Land Protection (15%), Biodiversity and Natural Resource Protection (25%), Working Farms and Forests (7%), Recreational Opportunities (22%), Overall Project Quali..." 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?
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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: Project narrative, Budget proposal, USGS topographic map, Letter of commitment, Chapter 61/61A documentation, Appraisal report, Articles of Incorporation, NHESP comments, Representative photos, Latest. 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: Massachusetts. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
