DEP-BWR-NOI-FY27-Ipswich Basin PFAS GrantANNOUNCEMENT ONLY

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection Bureau of Water Resources is soliciting grant proposals under solicitation number BD-27-1045-BWR00-BWR01-134156 to identify and advance water supply solutions for communities with active public water supply sources in the Ipswich River Basin. The program focuses on addressing persistent water quantity challenges and the public health threat of PFAS contamination. Eligible projects include planning activities such as feasibility studies, water chemistry analyses, and infrastructure design, as well as shovel-ready implementation projects designed to remediate PFAS, reduce water demand on the river, or increase interconnections between water suppliers for improved redundancy. All final designs must be prepared by a Professional Engineer and must align with state and federal drinking water quality standards. Applications are due by November 6, 2026, and are limited to 10 pages. Proposals are evaluated on a point system prioritizing project benefit, project description, regulatory compliance, budget and timeline realism, organizational qualifications, and financial need. Specific preference is given to projects benefiting Tier 3 Disadvantaged Communities and those providing matching funds. All funded project work must be completed by June 30, 2027, with eligible costs generally incurred between the contract execution date and that deadline, though some costs dating back to July 1, 2026, may be eligible for reimbursement. Applicants must be in good standing with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and be capable of executing the contract within 30 days of the award.