EPA New England's Quality Management Plan (QMP) describes the policies, procedures, and management systems within the organization that govern quality assurance and quality control activities. This QMP is applicable to all environmental programs managed by EPA New England (the Region) and encompasses all environmental data operations and environmental technology activities performed directly by the Region. It also applies to other federal, state, tribal and local partners under interagency agreements and financial assistance agreements; contractors funded by EPA; regulated entities; and potentially responsible parties. m