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New Bedford State Pier (NBSP), New Bedford, MA

Request for Proposals (RFP) Public Meeting
May 13, 2024 at 6 p.m., New Bedford Whaling Museum

 

In 2023, the Massachusetts Development Finance Agency (MassDevelopment) solicited proposals from interested users of the New Bedford State Pier to identify future uses and redevelopment options for the property. Seven proposals were received in February 2024 in relation to this solicitation and each proposer has been invited to a present their ideas within the context of a public meeting. This event will be held at the New Bedford Whaling Museum Auditorium (18 Johnny Cake Hill, New Bedford, MA 02740) on Monday, May 13, 2024, at 6 p.m. (EST). The agenda for the evening will consist of MassDevelopment’s brief introduction to the subject, then 5-10 minute presentations from each proposer, followed by a public comment period. The event will close at 8 p.m.

The NBSP is owned by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, through the Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR). MassDevelopment currently manages the NBSP through an agreement with DCR. MassDevelopment is interested in development ideas/concepts for the NBSP that will advance the Agency’s objective to maximize use of this asset, and create a local and regional benefit, provide support to maritime industries, advance economic development, and foster asset utilization that will support a diverse and significant workforce.

 

Seeking Projects for Department of Energy LPO & MA Climate Bank Financing

This Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEI) solicits proposals for projects that could be financially supported by Massachusetts Community Climate Bank (MCCB) agencies in partnership with US Department of Energy Loan Program Office (DOE-LPO) financing capabilities. This solicitation will serve as a market discovery tool from MCCB partners to identify projects which could be advanced through to DOE-LPO federal financial assistance through direct loans, loan guarantees, loan loss reserves, equity investments, or existing grant streams from MCCB agencies. 

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TDI Equity Investment Program

MassDevelopment is introducing a notice of funding availability under a new, revamped version of the TDI Equity Investment Program to support projects on key properties in TDI Districts that will have significant economic impacts on neighborhood revitalization goals.

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Capital Providers for the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy Massachusetts Program

MassDevelopment is soliciting information from multiple firms to serve as capital providers for the Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy Program. Firms will comprise a list of potential funding sources for property owners who wish to participate in PACE Massachusetts.

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