Metropolitan Area Planning Council - Non-Grid Tied EV Carshare Services - RFP# BD-26-1217-MAP02-MAP02-121989 (2025)
Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc)MPO · Boston, MA- Due
- Dec 15, 2025
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2025
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Alison Felix
- (617) 933-0700
The 30-second brief
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council is seeking proposals from qualified vendors on Massachusetts Statewide Contract VEH-122 (Categories 1 and 4) to provide non-grid tied electric vehicle charging equipment and services, coupled with EV carshare services for a pilot program across six municipal locations and housing authorities in Boston, Chelsea, Somerville, Framingham, Natick, and Quincy. The project involves deploying non-grid tied EVSE such as solar, portable battery, or charging-as-a-service, along with fully electric vehicles made available at discounted rates to low-income residents. The total maximum obligation contract budget is $660,000, funded by a MassCEC grant, with a mandatory $150,000 in-kind cost-share contribution from selected vendors. Proposals are due by December 15, 2025, at 5:00 PM ET, submitted electronically via email to [email protected].
Overall Quality and Alignment with Pilot Program Goals (10 points), Experience and Qualifications (20 points), Scope and Approach - Operations (20 points), Equipment, Vehicles, Services (15 points), Price, Funding, and Financial Model (25 points), Supplier Diversity and Equity (10 points)
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Summary
The Metropolitan Area Planning Council is seeking proposals from qualified vendors on Massachusetts Statewide Contract VEH-122 (Categories 1 and 4) to provide non-grid tied electric vehicle charging equipment and services, coupled with EV carshare services for a pilot program across six municipal locations and housing authorities in Boston, Chelsea, Somerville, Framingham, Natick, and Quincy.
The project involves deploying non-grid tied EVSE such as solar, portable battery, or charging-as-a-service, along with fully electric vehicles made available at discounted rates to low-income residents. The total maximum obligation contract budget is $660,000, funded by a MassCEC grant, with a mandatory $150,000 in-kind cost-share contribution from selected vendors. Proposals are due by December 15, 2025, at 5:00 PM ET, submitted electronically via email to [email protected].
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
17- Cover Letter
- Proposal Signature Page
- Certificate of Non-Collusion
- Certificate of Tax Compliance
- Conflict of Interest Certification
- Certificate of Compliance with M.G.L. c. 151B
- Certificate of Non-Debarment
- Federal and State Requirements Page
- Right to Know Law Page
- Lobbying Certification
- Price Proposal Signature Page
- Minimum Quality Requirements Form
- Site Selection Form
- IRS Form W9
- List of subcontractors
- References
- Carshare membership contract
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Duration
- 26 months
- Scope location
- Boston, MA; Chelsea, MA; Somerville, MA; Framingham, MA; Natick, MA; Quincy, MA
- Reported agency
- Metropolitan Area Planning Council
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc)?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 15, 2025. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Alison Felix.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc) 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 Alison Felix at (617) 933-0700. 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: "Overall Quality and Alignment with Pilot Program Goals (10 points), Experience and Qualifications (20 points), Scope and Approach - Operations (20 points), Equipment, Vehicles, Services (15 points), P..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc)?
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What is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. 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: Cover Letter, Proposal Signature Page, Certificate of Non-Collusion, Certificate of Tax Compliance, Conflict of Interest Certification, Certificate of Compliance with M.G.L. c. 151B, Certificate of No. Review the full document from Metropolitan Area Planning Council (Mapc) 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; Chelsea, MA; Somerville, MA; Framingham, MA; Natick, MA; Quincy, MA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
