Michigan Home Energy Rebates Program (MiHER) Contractor Overview and Registration
Ogemaw CountyCounty · Ogemaw County, MIThe 30-second brief
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) is seeking Primary and Supporting Contractors for the Michigan Home Energy Rebates Program (MiHER), which includes Home Efficiency Rebates (HOMES) and Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR). Eligible services include BPI-certified energy assessments, insulation, air sealing, windows, doors, HVAC (heat pumps, furnaces, boilers), water heaters, and electric appliances. Primary Contractors must obtain state SIGMA and UEI numbers and complete onboarding training. The program offers maximum rebates up to $20,000 for HOMES and $8,000 for HEAR measures, with additional $200-$500 contractor incentives for work in disadvantaged communities or specific installations. Interested firms must register through the MiHER website.
Energy model, Project pre-approval, Invoice submission, BPI-2400 Energy Assessment, Uncalibrated home energy assessment
BPI certification, state SIGMA and UEI numbers, completion of onboarding training
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Summary
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) is seeking Primary and Supporting Contractors for the Michigan Home Energy Rebates Program (MiHER), which includes Home Efficiency Rebates (HOMES) and Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates (HEAR).
Eligible services include BPI-certified energy assessments, insulation, air sealing, windows, doors, HVAC (heat pumps, furnaces, boilers), water heaters, and electric appliances. Primary Contractors must obtain state SIGMA and UEI numbers and complete onboarding training. The program offers maximum rebates up to $20,000 for HOMES and $8,000 for HEAR measures, with additional $200-$500 contractor incentives for work in disadvantaged communities or specific installations. Interested firms must register through the MiHER website.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
3- BPI certification
- State SIGMA and UEI numbers
- Completion of onboarding training
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
5- Energy model
- Project pre-approval
- Invoice submission
- BPI-2400 Energy Assessment
- Uncalibrated home energy assessment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Invoices
- Approved scope of work
- Utility documentation
REQUIRED STAFFING
3- Submit to
- MiHER website
- Scope location
- Michigan
- Reported agency
- Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy
Questions about this RFQ
How do I respond to this RFQ from Ogemaw County?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. 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: MiHER website.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFQ?
Most government agencies, including Ogemaw County in MI, 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 RFQ 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 staffing is required for this project?
This solicitation outlines specific staffing requirements. The required roles include: Building Analyst Professional, Primary Contractor, Supporting Contractor. Proposers should demonstrate relevant qualifications and experience for each required role.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Energy model, Project pre-approval, Invoice submission, BPI-2400 Energy Assessment, Uncalibrated home energy assessment. Proposals should clearly address how each deliverable will be met.
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What are the evaluation criteria for this solicitation?
This solicitation includes specific evaluation criteria that will be used to score proposals. The criteria include: "BPI certification, state SIGMA and UEI numbers, completion of onboarding training" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Ogemaw County?
All active and historical solicitations from Ogemaw County are tracked and searchable. As a county agency, Ogemaw County regularly publishes solicitations. Visit the agency profile to see current open bids, past contracts, vendor relationships, and decision-maker contacts.
What documents are required to bid on this RFQ?
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: invoices, approved scope of work, utility documentation. Additionally, proposals should address staffing requirements as outlined in the solicitation. Review the full document from Ogemaw County for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Michigan. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.