US DOE – Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Loan Program Qualifying Applicants – Manufacturers of advanced technology vehicles that achieve defined fuel economy targets, and manufacturers of components or materials that support eligible vehicles’ fuel economy performance. Qualifying Projects – Must 1) manufacture eligible vehicles or components that are used in eligible vehicles, 2) build new facilities; reequip, modernize, or expand existing facilities; and/or for engineering integration performed in the US…
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The Washington state Department of COMMERCE, hereafter “COMMERCE,” is issuing this Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit proposals for those qualified and interested in human-centered design to assist COMMERCE in understanding the importance of energy access and home energy costs to the lives of multicultural, rural, and indigenous households across Washington, and how low-income energy bill assistance programs can be designed better for households. Proposals due: August 15, 2024 at…
Washington is one of the first states in the country to receive funding for the new Home Energy Rebates program. The U.S. Department of Energy granted Commerce $84.9 million for the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate program and we expect more funding when DOE reviews our application for the Whole Home Efficiency Rebate program. “We are eager to bring funding for high-efficiency electric equipment including heat pump technologies, to communities…
Watch the TVW.org livestream on Sept. 4, 2024 Sept. 4, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m., via Zoom Access EV Council Meeting Materials (on Box) – Meeting materials will be posted prior to the upcoming meeting Register for the EV Council Meeting (on Zoom)
The Washington State Department of Commerce, is initiating a Solicitation of Applications from industry-led consortia interested in participating in the a new accelerated cohort of the Innovation Cluster Accelerator Program (ICAP). ICAP is an economic development strategy to strengthen industry ecosystems and accelerate economic development. Contract award amounts: Maximum of $150,000 per contract. The number of awards depends on the number and quality of applications received. COMMERCE intends to award…
Commerce seeks proposals from fusion related industry-led clusters or consortia interested in participating in Fusion Cluster development as part of the Innovation Cluster Accelerator Program (ICAP). ICAP is an economic development strategy aimed at strengthening industry ecosystems and accelerating economic growth. Commerce is seeking proposals for the development of a Fusion Cluster and the development of a legislative report with recommendations on the promotion and development of fusion energy in…
The Washington State Department of Commerce is initiating this Request for Qualifications and Quotes (RFQQ) to solicit proposals from individuals interested in serving as a Peer Review Coordinator for up to seventeen multi jurisdictional task forces (MJTFs) funded by Commerce. The MJTF Peer Review Evaluation Program was developed to assess MJTF operations in terms of best practices, sound management, and performance measures. It is critical to success that first level…
The Public Works Board’s June Meeting is June 7, 2024 from 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM. This meeting will be held online via Zoom, and in person at the Washington State Department of Commerce headquarters in Olympia (1011 Plum Street, Olympia, WA 98501). Zoom Link 06-07-2024 Agenda Packet (PDF)
The Equitable Access to Credit Program, authorized by HB 1015 (RCW 82.04.449) (PDF), provides a tax preference mechanism that generates funds for grants to qualified lending institutions. These grants, funded through contributions in exchange for B&O tax credits, are dedicated to providing access to credit for historically underserved communities. A minimum of 65% of the value of all grants awarded in any calendar year must be allocated for native Community…
The Department of Commerce (Commerce) intends to award a sole source contract agreement to MAKERS Architecture and Urban Design, LLP (MAKERS). The contract will be awarded on or about May 13, 2024, and will expire on June 30, 2025. The contract amount is $115,000 for the contract period. Commerce may extend this contract for up to two one-year terms based on funding availability and programmatic needs. Sole Source Scope This sole…