DEP-BAW-NOI-2026-NOI-HHP-Lithium Ion Grant

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection is offering a grant opportunity to eligible municipalities across the Commonwealth to support the safe collection and disposal of lithium-ion batteries, as part of the Household Hazardous Products Action Plan. This initiative responds to growing public health and safety concerns over the improper handling and disposal of these batteries, which pose fire and environmental risks. The program provides no-cost battery collection materials and mandatory training to participating municipalities, enabling them to establish publicly accessible drop-off locations and ensure staff are properly trained in safe storage and handling procedures. The solicitation, issued under BD-26-1045-BAW00-BAW01-130489, targets local governments with a deadline for applications on August 31, 2026, and is administered by the Bureau of Air and Waste within MassDEP, based in Boston. Eligibility is restricted to municipal entities in Massachusetts, with no requirement for federal small business certifications, Unique Entity IDs, or CAGE codes, as this is a grant opportunity rather than a competitive procurement. While no traditional contract clauses, pricing structures, or delivery terms are specified—since materials are provided at no cost to recipients—the program requires strict adherence to grant conditions, including participation in designated training sessions and compliance with MassDEP’s guidelines for hazardous waste management. Performance occurs across municipal locations statewide, with the primary administrative point of contact located at 100 Cambridge Street, Boston. The solicitation does not include evaluation scoring criteria, delivery schedules, or inspection protocols beyond ensuring application completeness and eligibility, reflecting a simplified administrative approach aligned with state grant practices rather than federal contracting standards. All applications must be submitted electronically through MassDEP’s official portal by the deadline to receive funding for collection assets and program support.