Executive Office of Economic Development Technical Assistance Service Providers - BD-26-1100-EED01-EED01-125080 (2026)
Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development | Commonwealth of MassachusettsState · Boston, MA- Due
- Feb 27, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Feb 4, 2026
- Contract term
- 1.38 years
- Primary contact
- Dan Billings
- (617) 549-1803
The 30-second brief
The Executive Office of Economic Development seeks qualified technical assistance consulting firms and service providers to support the Massachusetts Center for Employee Ownership (MassCEO) pilot stipend program. Services include feasibility studies, business valuations, conversion-related services for employee ownership models such as Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs), Worker Cooperatives, and Employee Ownership Trusts. The procurement establishes a list of approved vendors to assist businesses with conversion. Submission deadline is February 27, 2026. Estimated contract value ranges from $100,000 to $400,000, with an initial contract term through June 30, 2027, and renewal options extending to June 30, 2029.
Overview, Organizational Structure (10 points), Experience (20 points), Examples (30 points), Qualifications (20 points), References (20 points), Supplier Diversity Plan (at least 25% of total available points)
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Summary
The Executive Office of Economic Development seeks qualified technical assistance consulting firms and service providers to support the Massachusetts Center for Employee Ownership (MassCEO) pilot stipend program.
Services include feasibility studies, business valuations, conversion-related services for employee ownership models such as Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs), Worker Cooperatives, and Employee Ownership Trusts. The procurement establishes a list of approved vendors to assist businesses with conversion. Submission deadline is February 27, 2026. Estimated contract value ranges from $100,000 to $400,000, with an initial contract term through June 30, 2027, and renewal options extending to June 30, 2029.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Commonwealth Terms and Conditions/Commonwealth IT Terms and Conditions, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number & Certification (Massachusetts Substitute W-9 Form), Standard Contract Form and Instructions, Contractor Authorized Signatory Listing, Authorization for Electronic Funds Transfer, Additional Environmentally Preferable Products/Practices, Supplier Diversity Plan Form (SDP Plan Commitment), Prompt Payment Discount Form, Business Reference Form, MA Secretary of State Certificate of Good Standing, MA Department of Revenue Certificate of Good Standing, MA Department of Unemployment Assistance Certificate of Compliance
- Submit to
- www.COMMBUYS.com
- Duration
- 41 months
- Scope location
- Boston, MA
- Reported agency
- Executive Office of Economic Development
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development | Commonwealth of Massachusetts?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 27, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: www.COMMBUYS.com. For questions, contact Dan Billings.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development | 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 Dan Billings at (617) 549-1803. 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: "Overview, Organizational Structure (10 points), Experience (20 points), Examples (30 points), Qualifications (20 points), References (20 points), Supplier Diversity Plan (at least 25% of total availab..." 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 1.38 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: Commonwealth Terms and Conditions/Commonwealth IT Terms and Conditions, Request for Taxpayer Identification Number & Certification (Massachusetts Substitute W-9 Form), Standard Contract Form and Instr. Review the full document from Massachusetts Executive Office of Economic Development | 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.