Massachusetts Technology Collaborative - RoboBench Shared Infrastructure - NOFO No. 2026-JAII-04 (2026)
Massachusetts Technology Collaborative | Commonwealth of MassachusettsState · Westborough, MA- Due
- Feb 19, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jan 16, 2026
- Primary contact
- Raagini Rameshwar
- (508) 870-0312
The 30-second brief
The Massachusetts Technology Collaborative issues this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for RoboBench to increase access to robotics-related infrastructure across the Commonwealth and support the robotics entrepreneurial ecosystem. Capital grant awards ranging from $250,000 to $2,000,000 are available on a competitive basis to support robotics-related nonprofit entities and public or private institutions of higher education. Funds will be used for permanent infrastructure, capital expenses such as manufacturing equipment, testing equipment, and renovating underused spaces to support hardware-based robotic technologies. Applicants must provide a 25% match of requested funding in cash or in-kind. The application process includes a concept paper due on February 19, 2026, followed by full applications for invited respondents.
Potential for economic impact, Applicants’ knowledge of the robotics ecosystem and its needs, Viability of the proposed project, Applicant’s ability to execute on the proposed project, Direct economic impacts, Industry support and collaboration, Long-term sustainability of the proposed infrastructure, Regional impact beyond traditional innovation centers
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Summary
The Massachusetts Technology Collaborative issues this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for RoboBench to increase access to robotics-related infrastructure across the Commonwealth and support the robotics entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Capital grant awards ranging from $250,000 to $2,000,000 are available on a competitive basis to support robotics-related nonprofit entities and public or private institutions of higher education. Funds will be used for permanent infrastructure, capital expenses such as manufacturing equipment, testing equipment, and renovating underused spaces to support hardware-based robotic technologies. Applicants must provide a 25% match of requested funding in cash or in-kind. The application process includes a concept paper due on February 19, 2026, followed by full applications for invited respondents.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
8- Potential for economic impact
- Applicants’ knowledge of the robotics ecosystem and its needs
- Viability of the proposed project
- Applicant’s ability to execute on the proposed project
- Direct economic impacts
- Industry support and collaboration
- Long-term sustainability of the proposed infrastructure
- Regional impact beyond traditional innovation centers
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
5- Application Cover Sheet
- Application
- Authorized Application Signature and Acceptance Form
- Budget Template
- Letters of support
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Westborough, MA
- Reported agency
- Massachusetts Technology Collaborative
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Massachusetts Technology Collaborative | Commonwealth of Massachusetts?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is February 19, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Raagini Rameshwar.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Massachusetts Technology Collaborative | 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 Raagini Rameshwar at (508) 870-0312. 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: "Potential for economic impact, Applicants’ knowledge of the robotics ecosystem and its needs, Viability of the proposed project, Applicant’s ability to execute on the proposed project, Direct economic..." 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 Cover Sheet, Application, Authorized Application Signature and Acceptance Form, Budget Template, Letters of support. Review the full document from Massachusetts Technology Collaborative | 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: Westborough, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
