When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due September 3, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 7, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $150,000 – $2,000,000.

It was issued by Washington State Department Of Commerce. The work is located in Washington, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Experience managing or administering clean energy grant and demonstration programs. Expertise in clean energy research, development, and emerging technologies. Track record in providing applicant guidance for government-funded initiatives. Knowledge of climate change mitigation and greenhouse gas removal solutions. Presence or prior work with public sector clients in Washington State.

Research Development and Demonstration Program Grants Service (Due September 3, 2026)

Overview

Environmental, Water & Energy

Washington, United StatesPosted: July 1st, 2026Deadline: September 3rd, 2026

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SUMMARY

The Olympia, Washington government is seeking services to support grant administration for research and demonstration programs in clean energy and climate technology.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

BUDGET

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$150,000 – $2,000,000

CONTRACT DURATION

24 months

TIMELINE

Issue Request for Applications: June 30th, 2026

General Applicants’ Conference: July 13th, 2026

Tribal Applicants’ Conference: July 14th, 2026

Question & Answer Period: June 30th, 2026 – August 7th, 2026

Answers Issued: August 17th, 2026

Applications Due: September 3rd, 2026

Evaluation: September 4th, 2026 – October 22nd, 2026

Announce Apparent Successful Applicant: October 23rd, 2026

Debriefing Conferences: October 26th, 2026 – October 30th, 2026

Contract Negotiation: November 2nd, 2026 – March 30th, 2027

Earliest Contract Start Date: November 2nd, 2026

QUESTION DEADLINE

August 7th, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

Washington State Department Of Commerce

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Olympia, Washington is seeking vendors to provide services for its Research, Development, and Demonstration (RDD) Program. This initiative supports entities seeking grant funds for clean energy projects, focusing particularly on the research, development, and demonstration of new and emerging energy generation, storage, and climate change mitigation technologies, such as greenhouse gas removal solutions.

Projects with substantial matching funds will be given preference. The selected vendor will be expected to offer comprehensive guidance to applicants throughout the RDD process, facilitating research, development, and demonstration efforts across the clean energy sector. The contract will cover a two-year period. All questions related to this RFP must be submitted by August 7, 2026, and a pre-proposal conference is scheduled for July 13, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due September 3, 2026. Questions must be submitted by August 7, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $150,000 – $2,000,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Washington State Department Of Commerce. The work is located in Washington, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Experience managing or administering clean energy grant and demonstration programs
Expertise in clean energy research, development, and emerging technologies
Track record in providing applicant guidance for government-funded initiatives
Knowledge of climate change mitigation and greenhouse gas removal solutions
Presence or prior work with public sector clients in Washington State

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