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HIP CSA Pilot Participant

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Response Deadline12/10/2026, 11:59:59 PM EST

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This subcontract opportunity is for an eligible local produce vendor to participate in the HIP CSA Pilot program under the Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance. The selected vendor will provide subscription-based produce boxes and shares specifically designed for SNAP clients, utilizing a CSA membership program adapted for Healthy Incentives Program payments. Key responsibilities include seasonal crop planning and the management of the necessary distribution infrastructure to ensure regular delivery of produce shares. The project is based in Boston and falls under NAICS code 115116. Interested parties must submit their responses by December 11, 2026. This role serves as a critical component of the HIP project, bridging the gap between local agricultural production and increased food access for eligible participants through a structured subscription model.

General Info

Local produce vendor for Boston HIP CSA Pilot providing SNAP subscription boxes by 2026.

Agency

Massachusetts → Department of Transitional Assistance

NAICS

115116 - Farm Management Services

Place of Performance

Boston, MA, 02108, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of BD-27-1112-WEL60-60000-135335.

The full solicitation package (3 documents), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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HIP NOO - Healthy Incentives Program (HIP)

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Timeline

PostedNov 10

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Response DeadlineDec 10

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Response Deadline

12/10/2026, 11:59:59 PM ESTin 29 days

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AgencyMassachusetts → Department of Transitional Assistance

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Organization / AgencyMassachusetts → Department of Transitional Assistance

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Provides subscription-based produce boxes and shares for prime contractors on Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) Healthy Incentives Program (HIP) projects. Manages a CSA membership program adapted for HIP incentive payments and distributes seasonal produce shares to members. Requires CSA distribution infrastructure and seasonal crop planning. Must be an eligible local produce vendor participating in the CSA Pilot program. Delivers regular produce shares to SNAP clients.

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