DEP-BAW-NOI-2027-Mattress Social Enterprise Pilot Gran Pilot- ANNOUNCEMENT ONLY

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection is soliciting grant proposals to establish an employment social enterprise impact pilot program focused on mattress recycling services. The primary objective of this initiative is to create job security and work opportunities for individuals facing barriers to employment within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Eligible applicants must be non-profit entities registered in Massachusetts with a minimum of five years of experience as an Operational Services Division approved state vendor and a three-year history of substantial compliance with federal and state environmental laws. The maximum grant award is $500,000, distributed on a reimbursement basis, requiring proof of expenditure and paid receipts for all budgeted items. Proposals will be ranked by merit based on the likelihood of sustainability and the projected social and environmental impact. While matching funds are not mandatory, they will be viewed favorably during the evaluation process. The program must be completed by June 30, 2027, with a final report due within thirty days of completion. All final invoices and supporting documentation must be submitted no later than July 31, 2027.