Energy & Environmental Protection - Energy Resilience Construction Grants - DEEP-2027-003-SW (2026)
Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental ProtectionState · Hartford, CT- Due
- Dec 1, 2026
- 28 days left
- Posted
- Aug 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- [email protected]
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Summary
This RFP solicits proposals from eligible entities to design and construct projects that improve the resilience of Connecticut's electric grid against disruptive events, including extreme weather, wildfires, natural disasters, and other outage-related conditions.
The RFP uses a combination of Federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) §40101(d) formula funding, state bond cost match funding authorized under C.G.S. §16 243y, and Federal SEP BIL funding to support resilience-focused infrastructure upgrades and distributed energy resource deployments statewide. The RFP establishes a competitive selection process to award grants ranging from $10,000 to $6 million, with total funding availability of up to approximately $24 million across federal and state sources. Proposals are due by December 1, 2026.
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Connecticut
- Reported agency
- Energy & Environmental Protection
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is December 1, 2026. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact [email protected].
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection in CT, 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.
Can I ask questions about this solicitation before submitting?
Yes, most solicitations allow vendors to submit questions during a designated period. The primary contact is [email protected]. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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Is this solicitation still open for submissions?
Based on the posted deadline of December 1, 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. Review the full document from Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Connecticut. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.