Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs - Conservation Partnership RFR Grant FY 27 - BD-26-1042-ENV-ENV01-126442
Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs | Commonwealth of MassachusettsState · Boston, MA- Due
- Jul 13, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Mar 11, 2026
- Primary contact
- Melissa Cryan
- (857) 274-7173
The 30-second brief
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs seeks proposals for the FY 2027 Conservation Partnership Grant Program, providing financial assistance to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations and conservation districts for the acquisition of conservation land and conservation restrictions (CR), or due diligence costs for gifts of land. Eligible projects include purchase of fee simple land or perpetual CRs providing public access, and due diligence for land gifts. Maximum grant awards are $425,000 for land/CR purchases and $20,000 for due diligence, requiring a 50% non-state funding match. Applications are due by Monday, July 13, 2026, at 11:59 pm via the EEA Grant Management System. Evaluation criteria include organizational characteristics, land protection and connectivity, biodiversity and natural resource protection, working farms and forests, and recreational opportunities.
Acquisition of conservation land or permanent Conservation Restriction (CR), Due diligence costs for gifts of land or CRs
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 Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs seeks proposals for the FY 2027 Conservation Partnership Grant Program, providing financial assistance to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations and conservation districts for the acquisition of conservation land and conservation restrictions (CR), or due diligence costs for gifts of land.
Eligible projects include purchase of fee simple land or perpetual CRs providing public access, and due diligence for land gifts. Maximum grant awards are $425,000 for land/CR purchases and $20,000 for due diligence, requiring a 50% non-state funding match. Applications are due by Monday, July 13, 2026, at 11:59 pm via the EEA Grant Management System. Evaluation criteria include organizational characteristics, land protection and connectivity, biodiversity and natural resource protection, working farms and forests, and recreational opportunities.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Acquisition of conservation land or permanent Conservation Restriction (CR), Due diligence costs for gifts of land or CRs
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
17- Application Form
- Project narrative
- Budget proposal
- USGS topographic map
- Letter of commitment
- Documentation of parcel enrollment
- Appraisal
- Articles of Incorporation
- IRS 501(c)(3) letter
- Massachusetts Annual Report
- NHESP comments
- Representative photos
- Latest survey
- Commonwealth Terms and Conditions
- Commonwealth W-9
- Contractor Authorized Signature Verification Form
- Authorization for Electronic Funds Payment
- Submit to
- https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-a-conservation-partnership-grant
- Scope location
- Boston, MA
- Reported agency
- Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs | 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: https://www.mass.gov/how-to/apply-for-a-conservation-partnership-grant. For questions, contact Melissa Cryan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs | 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 Melissa Cryan at (857) 274-7173. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Acquisition of conservation land or permanent Conservation Restriction (CR), Due diligence costs for gifts of land or CRs. 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.
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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: Application Form, Project narrative, Budget proposal, USGS topographic map, Letter of commitment, Documentation of parcel enrollment, Appraisal, Articles of Incorporation, IRS 501(c)(3) letter, Massac. Review the full document from Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs | 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.