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FY 26 Local Acquisitions for Natural Diversity (LAND) Grant

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BD-25-1042-ENV-ENV01-114011State & Local

Submission Closed07/08/2025, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

The FY 26 Local Acquisitions for Natural Diversity (LAND) Grant is a funding opportunity provided by the Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) to support municipal conservation and agriculture commissions in acquiring land interests for conservation and passive recreation purposes within Massachusetts. The program aims to protect, conserve, and restore natural resources across the state by offering grants ranging from one to five million dollars. This initiative aligns with the EEA's broader mission to preserve the environment and natural heritage of the Commonwealth. The solicitation was posted on March 17, 2025, with a response deadline of July 8, 2025. Interested parties are encouraged to submit proposals through the designated channels, with the primary contact being the EEA Finance team via email at [email hidden] or by phone at [phone hidden]. The grant program emphasizes supporting local efforts to acquire land that enhances conservation and passive recreation, fostering sustainable land management practices across Massachusetts. Further details and application information are accessible through the provided online link.

General Info

Agency

Massachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs

NAICS

924120 - Administration of Conservation Programs

Place of Performance

MA, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

LAND Grant Bid FY26 posted.docx

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PhaseClosed

PostedMar 17

Solicitation

Response DeadlineJul 8

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

07/08/2025, 12:00:00 AM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyMassachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs

Contacts1 person available

OfficeN/A

Organization / AgencyMassachusetts Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs

Office AddressN/A

Contacts

EEA Finance

contact@example.gov

+1 (555) 000-0000

Full Description

The Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EEA) protects, conserves, and restores the natural resources of the Commonwealth. To fulfill this mission, Rebecca Tepper, Secretary of EEA, is making available funding through the FY 2026 round of the Local Acquisitions for Natural Diversity (LAND) Grant Program to assist municipal conservation and agriculture commissions in acquiring interests in land for conservation and passive recreation.