Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-27-1042-ENV-ENV01-133899

Grant funding for acquisition and development of public outdoor recreation areas in Massachusetts

This opportunity from the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) supports the creation and improvement of public outdoor recreation areas through the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant Program. - Government Buyer: - Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) - Administered on behalf of the National Park Service (NPS) - Eligible Applicants: - Municipalities, certain state agencies (Department of Conservation and Recreation, Department of Fish and Game), and federally recognized Indian tribes - Products/Services Requested: - Acquisition of parkland - Development of new parks - Renovations to existing parks - Development of trails in conservation or recreation areas - Acquisition of conservation land - Grant Details: - Maximum grant award: $1,000,000 - Minimum grant award: $50,000 (exceptions possible) - Unique Requirements: - Projects must comply with Build America, Buy America Act - All funded properties must provide public access and become protected open space under Massachusetts law - Applicants must have an approved or draft Open Space and Recreation Plan - Projects must adhere to all applicable LWCF rules and regulations - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are mentioned, as this is a grant program for public entities.

Description

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) is announcing the availability of grant funds for municipalities and certain state agencies through the federal Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) Grant Program. The program provides grants for the acquisition and development of public outdoor recreation areas and facilities, aiming to create and maintain a nationwide legacy of high-quality recreation areas and stimulate non-federal investments in recreation resources. Eligible projects include acquisition of parkland, development of new parks, renovations to existing parks, development of trails, or acquisition of conservation land. The maximum grant award is $1,000,000 with a minimum of $50,000, and the application deadline is January 5, 2027.

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