Executive Office of Housing & Livable Communities Commercial Conversion Tax Credit Initiative RFP 2026 - BD-26-1076-OCDDE-HD006-124581
Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities | Commonwealth of MassachusettsState · Boston, MA- Due
- Apr 2, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 27, 2026
- Primary contact
- Rocco Albano
- (617) 573-1260
The 30-second brief
The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities is soliciting project proposals for allocating the initial $10 million of Commercial Conversion Tax Credits (CCTCI) to support repurposing vacant or underutilized commercial buildings into residential and mixed-use properties in Massachusetts communities. The program requires a two-step process: an initial pre-application due March 3, 2026, followed by a full Qualified Conversion Project application due April 2, 2026. Eligible projects involve rehabilitating non-residential real property placed in service at least 5 years prior, containing at least 2 residential units with a minimum of 80% market-rate units priced consistently with prevailing rents. Maximum tax credit awards are limited to $3 million per project (up to 10% of eligible development costs), with preference given to projects with over 50 units, mixed-bedroom types, sustainable green design, local municipal support, and locations in MassHousing Technical Assistance communities.
Readiness, developer capacity, municipal support, project scale (preference for >50 units), unit diversity, local financial contribution, sustainable design characteristics
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Summary
The Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities is soliciting project proposals for allocating the initial $10 million of Commercial Conversion Tax Credits (CCTCI) to support repurposing vacant or underutilized commercial buildings into residential and mixed-use properties in Massachusetts communities.
The program requires a two-step process: an initial pre-application due March 3, 2026, followed by a full Qualified Conversion Project application due April 2, 2026. Eligible projects involve rehabilitating non-residential real property placed in service at least 5 years prior, containing at least 2 residential units with a minimum of 80% market-rate units priced consistently with prevailing rents. Maximum tax credit awards are limited to $3 million per project (up to 10% of eligible development costs), with preference given to projects with over 50 units, mixed-bedroom types, sustainable green design, local municipal support, and locations in MassHousing Technical Assistance communities.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
7- Readiness
- Developer capacity
- Municipal support
- Project scale (preference for >50 units)
- Unit diversity
- Local financial contribution
- Sustainable design characteristics
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
14- Pre-application fee of $1
- 500
- Letter of support from chief elected official
- Architect statement
- Green and sustainable design memorandum
- M/WBE housing practices memorandum
- Independent third-party development cost estimate
- Construction plans and specifications
- Construction schedule
- Marketing and affirmative fair housing outreach plan
- Site control evidence
- Zoning documentation
- Municipal support evidence
- Certified ownership and entity documentation
- Submit to
- [email protected] / 100 Cambridge Street Suite 300 Boston, MA 02114
- Scope location
- Boston, MA
- Reported agency
- Executive Office of Housing & Livable Communities
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities | Commonwealth of Massachusetts?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is April 2, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected] / 100 Cambridge Street Suite 300 Boston, MA 02114. For questions, contact Rocco Albano.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities | 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 Rocco Albano at (617) 573-1260. 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: "Readiness, developer capacity, municipal support, project scale (preference for >50 units), unit diversity, local financial contribution, sustainable design characteristics" 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: Pre-application fee of $1,500, letter of support from chief elected official, architect statement, green and sustainable design memorandum, M/WBE housing practices memorandum, independent third-party. Review the full document from Massachusetts Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities | 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.
