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Grant Notice - Massachusetts On-Demand Gear Grant and Research Program

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BD-27-1046-DMF-FW010-134066State & Local

Response Deadline11/27/2027, 05:00:00 AM UTC

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The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries is soliciting commercial fishers for an on-demand gear grant research program to be conducted during the 2027 fixed-gear closed season. This program provides reimbursement for the purchase and use of on-demand gear and virtual gear marking technology. Applications must be submitted via email using the provided template by November 27, 2027. Awards are based on application completeness, appropriateness of proposed expenses, and the possession of necessary commercial and on-demand fishing permits. Preference is given to vessels with a history of fishing in the MRA or SIRA closed season areas prior to 2015 and 2021. Grantees must adhere to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Terms and Conditions, with liability for other damages capped at the greater of 100,000 dollars or two times the value of the service. Payments are issued via Electronic Funds Transfer typically 45 days after invoice receipt. Selected participants must provide a W-9, an Electronic Funds Transfer form, and a Standard Contract Form. The contract requires the designation of a Contract Manager as key personnel and mandates compliance with various state and federal regulations, including prevailing wage laws, non-discrimination standards, and professional liability insurance requirements.

General Info

Grant for commercial fishers to use on-demand gear during 2027 closed season.

Agency

Massachusetts → Department of Fish and Game

NAICS

N/A

Place of Performance

Rodney French Blvd New Bedford, MA, 02744, USA

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NONE

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BD-27-1046-DMF-FW010-134066: Massachusetts On-Demand Gear Grant and Research Program

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Bid Solicitation BD-27-1046-DMF-FW010-134066: Grant Notice - Massachusetts On-Demand Gear Grant and Research Program

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Bid Solicitation BD-27-1046-DMF-FW010-134066: MA On-Demand Gear Grant

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Bid Solicitation: BD-27-1046-DMF-FW010-134066 - MA On-Demand Gear Grant

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Bid Solicitation BD-27-1046-DMF-FW010-134066: MA On-Demand Gear Grant and Research Program

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Massachusetts On-Demand Gear Grant and Research Program

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Massachusetts On-Demand Gear Grant Program - Fixed Gear Application

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MA Fixed Gear On-Demand Grant and Research Questionnaire 2027

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Timeline

PhaseSolicitation

PostedOct 6

Solicitation

Response DeadlineNov 27

Submission deadline

Response Deadline

11/27/2027, 05:00:00 AM UTCin about 1 year

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Organization & Contact Information

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AgencyMassachusetts → Department of Fish and Game

Contacts1 person available

OfficeRodney French Blvd New Bedford, MA, 02744, USA

Organization / AgencyMassachusetts → Department of Fish and Game

Office AddressRodney French Blvd New Bedford, MA, 02744, USA

Contacts

Amanda MeliPurchaser

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Full Description

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The Massachusetts Division of Marine Fisheries (MA DMF) is seeking commercial fishers to participate in an on-demand gear grant research program during the fixed-gear closed season areas in 2027.

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