Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs - Forest Reserves FY26 Grant - BD-26-1042-ENV-ENV01-120863 (2026)
Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs | Commonwealth of MassachusettsState · Boston, MA- Due
- Feb 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Sep 11, 2025
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Vanessa Farny
- (857) 330-1978
The 30-second brief
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) is seeking applications for the FY26 Land Acquisition for Forest Reserves Grant Program to provide financial assistance to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations, municipalities, and conservation organizations for the permanent protection of forest reserves, land acquisition, conservation restrictions, and forest conservation. The program aims to ensure older forest habitats mature, contribute to carbon sequestration and storage, and support climate resilience and passive outdoor recreation. Applications are due by February 6, 2026, with maximum grant awards of $425,000 at a 50% reimbursement rate.
Land acquisition in fee simple or conservation restriction (CR) for forest conservation, Due diligence costs, Survey work, Recording fees, Title search and certification, Baseline Documentation Report preparation
Landscape considerations (28 points), Ecological contributions & condition (24 points), Size (16 points), Public passive recreational access (16 points), Project readiness and suitability (16 points)
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Summary
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) is seeking applications for the FY26 Land Acquisition for Forest Reserves Grant Program to provide financial assistance to qualified 501(c)(3) organizations, municipalities, and conservation organizations for the permanent protection of forest reserves, land acquisition, conservation restrictions, and forest conservation.
The program aims to ensure older forest habitats mature, contribute to carbon sequestration and storage, and support climate resilience and passive outdoor recreation. Applications are due by February 6, 2026, with maximum grant awards of $425,000 at a 50% reimbursement rate.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Land acquisition in fee simple or conservation restriction (CR) for forest conservation, Due diligence costs, Survey work, Recording fees, Title search and certification, Baseline Documentation Report preparation
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Application form
- Appraisal report(s)
- Cover letter signed by an authorized signatory
- Project narrative
- Property map(s)
- Documentation of existing stewardship and/or management
- Commonwealth Standard Contract Form
- Commonwealth Scope and Budget Form
- Completed Contractor Authorized Signatory Listing
- Submit to
- https://greenhub.appianportals.com/applicants-portal/page/grantee-portal
- Duration
- 12 months
- 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 February 6, 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://greenhub.appianportals.com/applicants-portal/page/grantee-portal. For questions, contact Vanessa Farny.
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 Vanessa Farny at (857) 330-1978. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Land acquisition in fee simple or conservation restriction (CR) for forest conservation, Due diligence costs, Survey work, Recording fees, Title search and certification, Baseline Documentation Report preparation. 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: "Landscape considerations (28 points), Ecological contributions & condition (24 points), Size (16 points), Public passive recreational access (16 points), Project readiness and suitability (16 points)" 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 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: Application form, appraisal report(s), cover letter signed by an authorized signatory, project narrative, property map(s), documentation of existing stewardship and/or management, Commonwealth Standar. 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.