Commerce is soliciting proposals from qualified firms interested in conducting a study of agricultural tourism and producing a final report in order to establish a framework for the State Legislature to consider actions related to accessory uses of small and medium-sized farms, including but not limited to seasonal festivals, private celebrations, education, retail and entertainment. Proposals are due no later than August 26, 2024. Contact: Robb Zerr, robb.zerr@commerce.wa.gov Download the…
The Washington State Department of Commerce (Commerce), Office of Firearm Safety and Violence Prevention-Community Safety Unit has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) to solicit Proposals from those qualified and interested in grant funding to safely secure, store, track, and return relinquished firearms related to firearms relinquishment laws and prohibitions such as Orders to Surrender and Prohibit Weapons and Extreme Risk Protection Orders. This NOFO is only open to…
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…
The Department of Commerce is now soliciting applications from affordable housing projects seeking funding in the 2024 funding cycle for Homeownership projects. Applications may be submitted for: down payment assistance revolving loan fund (RLF) self-help projects short-term production loans affordability subsidy for long-term or permanent affordable resale restricted programs (such as Community Land Trusts or deed restricted programs) any other Housing Trust Fund-eligible project types View/Download NOFA documents Please download…
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…
Applications are now open for a new Paper to Digital Grant Program. In 2023, SB 5290 amended the Local Project Review Act, RCW 36.70B to consolidate, streamline, and further improve local permit review processes for applicants, customers, planners, builders and designers. This grant program is designed to provide financial support to cities and counties seeking to transition from paper to digital permit review processes in order to address housing shortages in their jurisdictions…
Updated August 26, 2024 More than $14 million in Energy Efficiency Retrofits grants are available now. Applicants must be public entities in the state of Washington: Local agencies, including any city, town, county, special district, municipal corporation, agency, port district or authority Public higher education institutions K-12 public school districts State agencies Federally-recognized tribe within Washington Key changes from the last round of Energy Efficiency grants: Grant cap increased to…
Commerce is soliciting proposals from qualified applicants to conduct a study of current and alternative methods for calculating Area Median Income (AMI) in Washington State. Commerce is seeking a consultant to collaborate with Commerce staff and external stakeholders to evaluate the impact and feasibility of both current and alternative AMI methods, including the use of AMI data by state legislative district. The consultant will conduct a thorough study, apply and…
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…