Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-27-1002-1003-001-133271

Business Planning Services for 18 Massachusetts Farms (MDAR FY27)

The Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) is seeking qualified providers to deliver business planning services for 18 diverse farm projects across Massachusetts. - Government Buyer: - Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources (MDAR) - Procurement managed by MDAR Administration office - Scope of Work: - Develop comprehensive business plans for 18 farms, including: - Business plan narrative - 3-year historical financial summaries - 3-year financial projections - Balance sheets - Farms include vegetable, livestock, dairy, apiary, cranberry, aquaculture, and nursery operations - Project Details: - Each farm project is a separate engagement; grant awards per farm range from $15,000 to $150,000 - Services support programs such as APR Improvement, Farm Viability Enhancement Program (FVEP), and Matching Enterprise Grants for Agriculture (MEGA) - Unique Requirements: - Providers must deliver tailored business plans and financials for each farm - All deliverables must be completed and submitted by specified deadlines (February or March, depending on program) - Participation is open to small businesses through the Small Business Purchasing Program (SBPP) - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; opportunity is for professional services, not product procurement

Description

This solicitation is for the FY27 MDAR RFQ related to Technical Assistance Provider (TAP) work involving Fall Farm Business Plans for 18 projects. The procurement is managed by the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources and involves management advisory services. The bid is closed, electronic quotes are accepted, and the response deadline is September 24, 2026, at 4:00 PM. The project is part of the Small Business Purchasing Program and is located in Massachusetts, USA.

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