Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs - Volkswagen Settlement Eligible Mitigation Action Item Projects 2026
AL-State-Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs, Montgomery, AL·State
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- Reported Agency
- Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs
- Scope Location
- Montgomery, Alabama
- Submission Address
- [email protected]
SUMMARY
The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs (ADECA) Energy Division is soliciting grant applications for projects to reduce nitrogen oxides (NOx) emissions within the state of Alabama under the 2026 Volkswagen Settlement Beneficiary Mitigation Plan. Total available funding is no more than $5,732,000.00, aimed at eligible government and non-government entities seeking to upgrade approved equipment such as Class 4-8 heavy-duty on-road vehicles, school buses, transit buses, airport ground support equipment, forklifts, port cargo handling equipment, switcher locomotives, and commercial marine vessels. Applications must be submitted in PDF format via email by 11:59 PM CST on October 6, 2026, starting from August 25, 2026. Evaluation criteria include project budget compliance, risk assessment, project details, and NOx emissions reductions.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Project Budget (20 points), Risk Assessment (15 points), Project Detail and NOx Savings Information (65 points)
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
Class 8 Local Freight Trucks, Port Drayage Trucks, Class 4-8 School Buses, Shuttle Buses, Transit Buses, Class 4-7 Local Freight Trucks, Airport Ground Support Equipment, Forklifts, Port Cargo Handling Equipment, Switcher Locomotives, Ferries, Tugs, Shorepower for Ocean-Going Vessels
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
Organization's most recent audit, Grant application Sections A-D
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How do I respond to this RFP from AL-State-Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is October 6, 2026. The solicitation specifies required deliverables that must be addressed in your response. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected].
What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "Project Budget (20 points), Risk Assessment (15 points), Project Detail and NOx Savings Information (65 points)" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of October 6, 2026, this solicitation appears to still be accepting submissions. Deadlines may change through amendments or addenda, so always verify the current status directly with the issuing agency before preparing your response.
What documents are required to bid on this RFP?
Requirements vary by solicitation, but common documents include a technical proposal, cost/price proposal, proof of insurance, relevant certifications, past performance references, and any forms specified in the solicitation. This solicitation specifically requires the following attachments: Organization's most recent audit, Grant application Sections A-D. Review the full document from AL-State-Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs for the complete list.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including AL-State-Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs in AL, encourage participation from small businesses, minority-owned, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises (MBE/WBE/DBE). Check the full solicitation for any small business participation goals.
What happens after the RFP submission deadline?
After the deadline, the issuing agency reviews all submissions against the stated evaluation criteria. This typically includes a compliance check, technical evaluation, cost analysis, and may involve oral presentations with shortlisted vendors.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Montgomery, Alabama. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Class 8 Local Freight Trucks, Port Drayage Trucks, Class 4-8 School Buses, Shuttle Buses, Transit Buses, Class 4-7 Local Freight Trucks, Airport Ground Support Equipment, Forklifts, Port Cargo Handling Equipment, Switcher Locomotives, Ferries, Tugs, Shorepower for Ocean-Going Vessels. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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