Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs Land & Water Conservation Grant Fund - BD-26-1042-ENV-ENV01-121897 (2026)
Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs | Commonwealth of MassachusettsState · Boston, MA- Due
- Jan 8, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 15, 2025
- Primary contact
- Melissa Cryan
- (857) 274-7173
The 30-second brief
The Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs invites applications for the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant Program to support the acquisition of parkland and conservation land, development of new parks, renovations to existing parks, and development of trails. Grant awards range from a minimum of $50,000 to a maximum of $1,000,000, requiring a 50% non-state match. Eligible applicants include municipalities with approved Open Space and Recreation Plans (OSRP), specific state departments, and federally recognized Indian tribes. Applications must be submitted via the EEA Grant Management System (GMS) and hard copies mailed by January 8, 2026, at 3:00 pm. Projects must prioritize climate resilience, public access, and open space preservation.
Project's consistency with current EEA and NPS priorities, project's quality
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Summary
The Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs invites applications for the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant Program to support the acquisition of parkland and conservation land, development of new parks, renovations to existing parks, and development of trails.
Grant awards range from a minimum of $50,000 to a maximum of $1,000,000, requiring a 50% non-state match. Eligible applicants include municipalities with approved Open Space and Recreation Plans (OSRP), specific state departments, and federally recognized Indian tribes. Applications must be submitted via the EEA Grant Management System (GMS) and hard copies mailed by January 8, 2026, at 3:00 pm. Projects must prioritize climate resilience, public access, and open space preservation.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Project's consistency with current EEA and NPS priorities, project's quality
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
9- Application Form
- Open Space and Recreation Plan
- Appraisal report
- Commonwealth Standard Contract Form
- Project Scope and Budget Page
- Contractor Authorized Signatory Listing
- Federal Standard Form 424
- Federal Application and Revision Form
- LWCF Description and Notification Form
- Submit to
- https://www.commbuys.com
- Scope location
- Boston, MA
- Reported agency
- Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs
Questions about this BID
How do I respond to this Bid 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 January 8, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: https://www.commbuys.com. For questions, contact Melissa Cryan.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Bid?
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 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 Melissa Cryan at (857) 274-7173. 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: "Project's consistency with current EEA and NPS priorities, project's quality" 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 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: Application Form, Open Space and Recreation Plan, appraisal report, Commonwealth Standard Contract Form, Project Scope and Budget Page, Contractor Authorized Signatory Listing, Federal Standard Form 4. 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.