There are three steps in the M2I2 application process:
- Eligibility meeting with members of the CAM team;
- Concept paper submission; and
- Full application submission.
Book an Eligibility Meeting Concept Paper Submission Read the Application Guidelines
Schedule
The following table is a schedule of the full application deadlines for FY27. All applications must be received by 11:59 PM of the deadline date listed in order to be included in that quarter's cohort.
| Concept Paper Deadline | Full Application Deadline |
|---|---|
| Monday, July 27, 2026 | Monday, Sept. 7, 2026 |
| Monday, Oct. 5, 2026 | Monday, Nov. 16, 2026 |
| Monday, Jan. 4, 2027 | Monday, Feb. 8, 2027 |
| Monday, April 5, 2027 | Monday, May 17, 2027 |
Selection Criteria
Projects requesting state cost share for the M2I2 program must demonstrate clear benefit for the economy of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Proposals must describe their economic impact, which will be evaluated based on combinations of the following criteria:
- Technical innovation;
- Project feasibility;
- Job impact on Massachusetts;
- Market impact;
- Community benefit;
- Budget soundness; and
- Diversity, equity, & inclusion.