Bid guide

How to bid on drinking water infrastructure consulting for MassDEP

Department of Environmental Protection Boston, MACloses August 31, 2026

What MassDEP is buying and why it matters

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) is looking for pre-qualified consulting engineering firms. These firms will provide specialized services related to drinking water infrastructure.

This opportunity is important for engineering firms with expertise in environmental management and water systems, as it establishes a list of go-to consultants for MassDEP's needs in this critical area.

Key dates and what happens at the deadline

This Request for Quotes (RFQ) was published on July 29, 2026. The deadline for submissions is August 31, 2026, at 5:00 PM ET.

All responses must be submitted by this deadline. Late submissions may not be considered.

Who this opportunity suits

This opportunity is specifically for consulting engineering firms that are already on the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' OSD PRF77 Statewide Contract. Firms must be qualified under Category D5 (Permitting and Reporting—Water and Wastewater) or Category F (Environmental Strategy).

It is ideal for firms with demonstrated experience in drinking water infrastructure and environmental consulting within the specified categories.

How to respond to this solicitation

To access the full documents and quoting instructions, you need to go to COMMBUYS, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts procurement portal. You can view the bid details and download documents without an account.

To submit a quote electronically, you will need to register for a free COMMBUYS vendor account. Alternatively, follow any specific submission directions provided within the bid documents if electronic submission is not required or preferred.

Tips for preparing a competitive response

Carefully review all requirements in the solicitation documents. Ensure your firm meets all pre-qualification criteria, especially being on the PRF77 Statewide Contract in the correct categories.

Highlight your firm's specific experience with drinking water infrastructure projects. Provide clear examples of past work that demonstrates your expertise in permitting, reporting, and environmental strategy related to water and wastewater systems. Make sure your response directly addresses the needs outlined by MassDEP.

See the live bid — deadline, agency details, and how to respond

Dates and requirements can change via addenda; always verify on the bid page and at the original source before responding.

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This guide was prepared by BiddingSimple from the solicitation’s public posting. It is not official guidance from Department of Environmental Protection; the original posting controls.