Environmental Justice Outreach & Community Engagement

The contract seeks to design and implement outreach and community engagement strategies focused on underserved and environmental justice communities across Massachusetts, with the goal of increasing their participation in agricultural commission activities. The work will require deep engagement with local populations historically excluded from decision-making processes, ensuring culturally competent communication, trust-building, and accessible program access. The contractor is expected to develop tailored methods that reflect the unique needs of these communities and foster meaningful involvement in state agricultural initiatives. This is a subcontract under NAICS code 541990, posted on June 24, 2026, with responses due by July 14, 2026. The place of performance is designated as Boston, MA, with a zip code of 02114-2151. The contracting entity is the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources Administration, and the work is part of broader efforts to advance equity in agricultural policy and program delivery. There is no set-asides specified, and the contract does not include a point of contact, requiring interested parties to reference the provided UI link for further details and submission requirements.