Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs - FY26 Enterprise eLicensing Platform Rebid RFQ - BD-26-1042-IT-IT001-129272
Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs | Commonwealth of MassachusettsState · Boston, MA- Due
- Jun 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- May 11, 2026
- Contract term
- 1 year
- Primary contact
- Janeene Davis
- (617) 626-1222
The 30-second brief
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs seeks qualified vendors with Appian platform implementation, system integration, migration, and consulting services expertise to replace its existing eLicensing permitting system under RFQ BD-26-1042-IT-IT001-129272. The project involves consolidating over 300 permit types across multiple agencies into an Appian-based solution featuring a public-facing portal, internal agency portal, configurable workflows, standard forms, document management, reporting, and third-party online payment integration. The contract term is 1 year initial with three 1-year renewal options (48 months max), backed by a budget limitation of $1.2 million for the initial phase (FY27). Responses are due by June 19, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time via COMMBUYS, with a question deadline of May 22, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize completeness and clarity, price, proposal structure, references, team qualifications, and a minimum 1% Supplier Diversity Plan (SDP) commitment.
Appian-based enterprise eLicensing platform, Public-facing portal, Internal agency portal, Pilot permits implementation including DCR SUP Permitting Program, LSP Licensing Program, And MDAR Pesticide License Program, Permit model components, Data mapping and migration, Go-live preparation and deployment, Post-go-live stabilization, And subsequent phases rollout for ~300 permit types.
Completeness and Clarity of the Proposal (15%), Price (15%), Proposal Structure (25%), References (10%), Team Qualifications and Technical/Analytical Capabilities (10%), Supplier Diversity Plan (25%)
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Summary
The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs seeks qualified vendors with Appian platform implementation, system integration, migration, and consulting services expertise to replace its existing eLicensing permitting system under RFQ BD-26-1042-IT-IT001-129272.
The project involves consolidating over 300 permit types across multiple agencies into an Appian-based solution featuring a public-facing portal, internal agency portal, configurable workflows, standard forms, document management, reporting, and third-party online payment integration. The contract term is 1 year initial with three 1-year renewal options (48 months max), backed by a budget limitation of $1.2 million for the initial phase (FY27). Responses are due by June 19, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time via COMMBUYS, with a question deadline of May 22, 2026. Evaluation criteria emphasize completeness and clarity, price, proposal structure, references, team qualifications, and a minimum 1% Supplier Diversity Plan (SDP) commitment.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
11- Appian-based enterprise eLicensing platform
- Public-facing portal
- Internal agency portal
- Pilot permits implementation including DCR SUP Permitting Program
- LSP Licensing Program
- MDAR Pesticide License Program
- Permit model components
- Data mapping and migration
- Go-live preparation and deployment
- Post-go-live stabilization
- Subsequent phases rollout for ~300 permit types
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- RFQ Response Form (Form 1)
- Cloud Terms Table (Form 2)
- Template Statement of Work (Form 3)
- Risk Management Form (Form 4)
- Supplier Diversity Plan (SDP) Plan Form
- Submit to
- COMMBUYS (www.commbuys.com)
- Duration
- 48 months
- Scope location
- Boston, MA
- Reported agency
- Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ 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 June 19, 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: COMMBUYS (www.commbuys.com). For questions, contact Janeene Davis.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
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 RFQ 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 Janeene Davis at (617) 626-1222. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Appian-based enterprise eLicensing platform, Public-facing portal, Internal agency portal, Pilot permits implementation including DCR SUP Permitting Program, LSP Licensing Program, And MDAR Pesticide License Program, Permit model components, Data mapping and migration, Go-live preparation and deploy. 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: "Completeness and Clarity of the Proposal (15%), Price (15%), Proposal Structure (25%), References (10%), Team Qualifications and Technical/Analytical Capabilities (10%), Supplier Diversity Plan (25%)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs | 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 RFQ?
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: RFQ Response Form (Form 1), Cloud Terms Table (Form 2), Template Statement of Work (Form 3), Risk Management Form (Form 4), Supplier Diversity Plan (SDP) Plan Form. 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.