Business Builds: Life Sciences
Forecasted
Business Builds: Life Sciences supports life sciences companies with capital investments in Massachusetts manufacturing facilities and equipment to expand operations, create jobs, and benefit communities.
Funder: Massachusetts Life Sciences Center
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (Optional early deadline) | October 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $500,000–$2,000,000 per award; dollar-for-dollar match required
Summary: Supports capital investments that expand Massachusetts life sciences manufacturing operations and deliver broader public benefits.
Key Information: Applicants must commit to maintaining a Massachusetts location for at least 10 years.
Description
Business Builds: Life Sciences, formerly known as BioBoost, is administered by the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center (MLSC). It supports companies creating or expanding their Massachusetts presence, particularly in biomanufacturing and medtech advanced manufacturing. Funding supports capital investments such as facility buildout, renovation, equipment, and infrastructure, with a priority for manufacturing close to research and development operations.
Projects must benefit the broader Massachusetts economy or community beyond the applicant’s own business. Examples include workforce training space and programming, equipment or research partnerships with nonprofits, access or discounts for local startups, students, and entrepreneurs, and school partnerships supporting STEM education. The program seeks business expansion, job creation, career development, and long-term investment in the Commonwealth.
