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RPS Class I and Class II Statement of Qualification Application

This resource is intended to help applicants for projects seeking to receive eligibility for MA RPS Class I and Class II. Individual Generation Units not using an Aggregation and New Aggregations seeking to participate in the RPS Class I or Class II programs must apply for a Statement of Qualification using the RPS Portal. Small projects are recommended to seek an Aggregator who will manage applying and selling RECs on the system owner's behalf.

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Application Instructions

1. Online RPS Application Portal

Applicants should submit a complete application through the web-based portal ("RPS Portal") accessed by the link below. 

  • Small and residential systems are encouraged to use an Aggregator, which will manage registration and incentive delivery (see below).
  • Using a new MyMassGov account enables submittal without notaries, hard copy, or emails.
    • All users must create a MyMassGov account to access the new portal.
    • If you register using the same email address associated with your old account, your records will link automatically.
    • If you use a different email address, please contact our team to link your existing records to your new credentials.

Some new features improving the RPS Portal:

  • Multi-staffed Organizations: The new portal will enable multiple staff to support applications through Organization Permissions.
  • Batch Processing: Aggregators can now submit units and REC Agreements in batches when seeking to become approved as an Aggregator and when adding to approved Aggregations.
  • Portal Upload: All Supporting Documents can now be uploaded in the portal.
  • No email or hard copies required: This application process no longer requires email or notarized documentation (the MyMassGovlog-in requires all necessary credentials).
  • Change Requests: The new RPS Portal will now process all Change Requests on the portal (no emails required).
  • Submittal Continuity: All previous templates and documentation will still be accepted to make the portal transition more streamlined.

Apply at the New RPS Portal (launched February 26, 2026):

2. Upload Supporting Documentation - The RPS Portal enables uploading of all required Supporting Documentation for each application.  (See Supporting Documentation sections below.)

3. Technical Support - There are multiple resources available for technical support during this transition to a new RPS Portal:

  • Read the Walk-Through Instructions (PDF).
  • Frequently Asked Questions: Go to the FAQ Page to see if your question is answered here.
  • RPS Portal Demonstration: Watch a walk-through of the RPS portal functions on DOER's YouTube channel.
  • MyMassGov Support: Applicants having any issues with registering or using MyMassGov accounts should refer to the MyMassGov Help Center page.
  • Application Process Support: Questions about the application process or support for the application portal should be sent by email to DOER.RPS@mass.gov. Please use "RPS Portal Query" in the subject line, including the application ID and the name of the Generation Unit and/or Aggregation.
  • Office Hours: DOER will be hosting Office Hours for application support on Wednesdays and Fridays from 1PM to 4PM until the end of March 2026. Book your time now at RPS Portal Assistance Bookings. 

4. Change Requests - Once a project is approved, the RPS Portal shall be used to make any significant changes for the system to continue its eligibility. Change Requests must be submitted whenever a significant change occurs within 5 days after the close of the month in which the change occurred. Instructions on Change Requests can be accessed by logging into the RPS Portal and selecting the project in your portfolio.

Supporting Documentation

Independent Verifier Form

An Independent Verifier (IV) must be selected for Generation Units whose output is NOT monitored and reported directly to the NEPOOL GIS by ISO-NE, including all Aggregations and other behind-the-meter units per 225 CMR 14.05(1)(c).

  • For instance, Assets with "NON" (Non-market) in their NEPOOL-GIS Asset ID are typically behind-the-meter generators whose output stays onsite and is not tracked in the ISO-NE settlement system and need to have an IV to report output. Assets with "MSS" in the Asset ID do not have an IV because they are reported directly as Market Support Services Assets.

An IV's duties include accessing the electricity output meter of the unit, ensuring that the reading is reasonable, and accurately reporting the generation of the unit to the NEPOOL GIS on a quarterly basis. Such reporting is done via the IV's own account at the GIS. A list of Massachusetts RPS/APS Qualified Independent Verifiers is provided below. However, applicants are not required to select an IV from the list and the inclusion of an IV on the list does not necessarily guarantee its independence with respect to all Generation Units.

Whether the IV is listed or not, applicants must fill out IV information in the online application and upload a completed copy of the below Independent Verifier Request Form (no longer required to submit by email). If your chosen IV is not already registered at the GIS, the IV must register via the GIS homepage (www.nepoolgis.com).

If the IV is not listed, please continue to apply and send an email to DOER.RPS@mass.gov, providing a clear subject line (e.g., "Seeking New IV Approval") and including the application ID and the name of the Generation Unit and/or Aggregation.

REC Services Agreement (for Aggregators)

Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) Agreements must accompany systems being added to Aggregations when the Aggregator is not the owner of a system.

Some considerations for System Owners:

  • DOER encourages Owners of all sizes to take advantage of Aggregations; however, each owner must be aware of and carefully consider the Aggregator’s contract terms and fees for the disposal of RECs.
  • Aggregators represent a number of systems and Owners by providing qualification from DOER, establishing an account at NEPOOL GIS, and marketing and selling  RECs for its members.
  • System Owners deciding to apply without an Aggregator must apply individually in the RPS Portal and must open an account at the NEPOOL GIS for registering the asset in the GIS Portal and must be ready and capable of managing the selling of RECs on a quarterly basis.

For Aggregators:

  • The new RPS portal now provides direct upload capability of REC Agreements and Aggregators have the option to (a) submit batches using the PV Detail (provided that REC Agreement filenames are in the upload) or (b) enter projects individually in the portal.
  • An Aggregation can only be composed of projects that are of the same technology, located in the same state, and are eligible for qualification under RPS Class I or II.
  • If the system is part of an Aggregation and the system Owner and Aggregator are separate entities, the following document must be signed by each party attesting that DOER will be notified within 30 days should the contract be terminated:

PV Detail Form (for Solar Aggregators only)

Aggregators seeking to add Solar PV systems to their aggregations can submit a completed batch of projects using the new portal. Applicants for single projects are encouraged to use the portal to enter this information. Aggregators have the option to enter each project individually in the new portal but may continue to use the PV Detail Form for batch submissions. 

Non-Roundtripping Attestation for Import Generation Units

The Owner or Operator of an Import Generation Unit must provide an attestation that it will not itself or through any affiliate or other contracted party, engage in the process of importing RPS Class I or II Renewable Generation into the ISO-NE Control Area for the creation of RPS Class I or II Renewable GIS Certificates, and then exporting that energy or a similar quantity of other energy out of the ISO-NE Control Area during the same hour.

If your project is an Import Generation Unit please sign, print and mail in the form to the address above.

Guidelines for Biomass Generation Units

Application and Change Request Review and Approval

When an applicant hits SUBMIT in the RPS Portal, DOER receives notification, and staff members review the application for completeness, accuracy, appropriate signatures, and certification. The applicant will be notified whenever an application or request needs attention before proceeding to approval. 

Applications are reviewed as they are received. Generally, the applicant will be notified within thirty (30) days after receiving a complete application, or within thirty (30) days after receiving a complete response to any request by DOER for additional information.

DOER reserves the right to inspect sites and/or request additional technical information prior to approving or denying applications.

Once an application is approved, DOER will notify the NEPOOL GIS Administrator of the Generation Unit's eligibility, and issue a formal Statement of Qualification.

Change Requests must be submitted by applicants in the RPS Portal whenever a significant change occurs within 5 days after the close of the month in which the change occurred.

Additional Resources

Reference versions of the RPS Class I and Class II applications are available at the links below for informational purposes only. Note that the reference versions include all possible sections and appendices, including many that will not pertain to each facility type.

Please direct any questions to DOER.RPS@mass.gov.

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