Request for Proposals (RFP)
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August 10, 2026
Accepting proposals for the Washington economic development and competitiveness strategic plan development
Commerce is accepting proposals to develop a statewide economic development and competitiveness strategic plan to guide inclusive statewide economic growth over the next four years and beyond.
Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
Apply now: Connecting Housing to Infrastructure Program (CHIP) accepting applications for up to $31 million in grant funding
CHIP helps local governments encourage the creation of affordable housing by reducing or covering the cost of infrastructure associated with development. Competitive grants of up to $2 million are available.
Request for Proposals (RFP)
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August 25, 2026
Victim advocacy services for victims of juvenile offenders
Commerce's Office of Firearm Safety and Violence Prevention/Community Safety Unit is soliciting applications to provide victim advocacy services. Services for victims of juvenile offenders offer direct support, emotional guidance and practical resources to those affected by crime or trauma.
Request for Proposals (RFP)
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August 26, 2026
Request for proposals: Lower Snake River energy replacement analysis
Commerce is accepting proposals from qualified organizations or firms to conduct a study that will identify the electricity generation, transmission, energy storage, energy efficiency and grid support services needed to maintain a reliable and resilient electric system while meeting Washington's clean energy laws. It will also evaluate how these resources fit into the region's future electricity needs as transportation, buildings and industry continue to transition away from fossil fuels.
Request for Proposals (RFP)
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August 13, 2026
Nonprofit services contract opportunity: Community outreach and education campaign for energy resilience
Commerce's Energy Resilience and Mitigation Program is accepting proposals to support an energy resilience outreach and education campaign in Eastern Washington and the North Olympic Peninsula.
Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
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August 25, 2026
Funding opportunity: Accepting proposals for Self Advocates in Leadership (SAIL)
The Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC) is now accepting proposals from qualified organizations to support Self-Advocates in Leadership (SAIL).
Request for Proposals (RFP)
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August 6, 2026
Submit your proposal to support the District Energy Campus Upgrades Committee
Commerce is accepting proposals for a nonprofit entity to provide facilitation services for the District Energy Campus Upgrades Committee.
Request for Application (RFA)
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August 19, 2026
Request for applications for HUD811 Project Rental Assistance now open
The Department of Commerce is soliciting applications from qualified applicants for funding of units to be set aside for clients referred by the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, under the HUD Section 811 Project Rental Assistance program
Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
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September 3, 2026
Housing Trust Fund’s homeownership funding cycle open now
This funding is available to community-based organizations, housing authorities, federally recognized tribes and local governments for the creation of new first-time homebuyer opportunities through the construction of new housing units, purchase and rehabilitation of existing housing units, affordability subsidies and down payment assistance for low-income households in Washington.
Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
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September 3, 2026
Tribal funding opportunity: Housing Trust Fund’s homeownership funding cycle open now
This funding supports community-based tribal organizations, tribal housing authorities and federally recognized tribes create first-time homeownership opportunities through the construction of new housing units, purchase and rehabilitation of existing housing, affordability subsidies and down payment assistance for low-income tribal households in Washington.
Request for Proposals (RFP)
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September 3, 2026
Apply now for Research Development and Demonstration Program grants
Approximately $10 million in funding is available for Research, Development, and Demonstration (RD&D) grants to support innovative and equitable clean energy projects.
Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
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September 28, 2026
Accepting applications for affordable multifamily rental projects — funding available for Tribes in Washington
The Department of Commerce’s Multifamily Housing Unit (MHU) is soliciting applications from Tribes and/or Tribally-Designated Housing Entities (TDHEs) for multifamily rental affordable housing projects in need of capital funding. Learn more by reading NOFA #MHU-2026-09.
Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
Apply now for Permit Review Process Update grants
Grants of up to $75,000 are available to help local governments improve permit review timelines.
Request for Application (RFA)
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August 18, 2026
Youth Lead Project — Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program
Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
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September 21, 2026
Accepting applications for affordable multifamily rental projects — federal funding available
The Washington State Department of Commerce (Commerce) is soliciting applications for new multifamily rental affordable housing projects seeking capital funding from HOME or National Housing Trust Fund (NHTF) federal programs, administered by the Multifamily Housing Unit (MHU).
Learn more by reading our Federal HOME and NHTF NOFA (#MHU-2026-08).
Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
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September 21, 2026
Accepting applications for affordable multifamily rental projects — IDD funding available
The Washington State Department of Commerce is soliciting applications for multifamily rental affordable housing projects seeking capital funding from Washington State’s Housing Trust Fund (HTF), administered by the Multifamily Housing Unit (MHU). The funds made available via this NOFA are for the provision of housing for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Learn more by reading our HTF IDD Set-Aside NOFA (#MHU-2026-07).
Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
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September 21, 2026
Accepting applications for affordable multifamily rental projects — state funding available
The Washington State Department of Commerce is soliciting applications for multifamily rental affordable housing projects seeking capital funding from Washington State’s Housing Trust Fund (HTF), administered by the Multifamily Housing Unit (MHU).
Learn more by reading our State Housing Trust Fund NOFA (#MHU-2026-06).
Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
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July 31, 2026
Public Works Board FY27 Traditional programs funding available
Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
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August 20, 2026
2027–2029 Building Communities Fund grants are now open
Capital funding available for non-residential community and social service facilities. This program reimburses 25% of eligible project costs.
Request for Application (RFA)
Applications open for Equitable Access to Credit grant program
Commerce is requesting applications for grants to qualified lending institutions to provide Washington state businesses in historically underserved communities with access to credit.
Notice
Intergovernmental Agreements
Pursuant to RCW 39.34 Interlocal Cooperation Act, Commerce has made its Intergovernmental Agreements available to the public. For copies of a contract, please contact our Public Disclosure Office.