DEP-BWR-RFR-FY26-Ipswich River PFAS Grant

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection is inviting grant proposals aimed at addressing water supply issues in communities within the Ipswich River Basin that have active public water sources. The projects should focus on feasibility studies, infrastructure design, water chemistry analyses, and other necessary activities to support the identification and advancement of effective water supply solutions. This solicitation, titled "DEP-BWR-RFR-FY26-Ipswich River PFAS Grant," is issued by the Bureau of Water Resources and seeks to facilitate practical, science-based approaches to improve water quality and availability in the targeted area. Interested parties must submit their proposals by the deadline of February 20, 2026. The initiative is focused on state and local government entities, with the point of contact being Purchaser Casey McLaughlin. The solicitation and related documents are accessible through the Massachusetts e-procurement platform, and all work will be performed primarily in Boston, Massachusetts. This grant opportunity emphasizes enhancing environmental protection efforts through targeted research and infrastructure improvements related to water supply in the Ipswich River Basin region.