New Hampshire Department of Energy School Energy Efficiency Development Grant Program RFP 2026-003
New Hampshire Department of Energy | State of New HampshireState · Concord, NH- Due
- Aug 21, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jun 26, 2026
- Primary contact
- Susan Gagne
The 30-second brief
The New Hampshire Department of Energy is seeking applications for its School Energy Efficiency Development (SEED) Grant Program under RFP #2026-003, funded through the State Energy Program Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (SEP BIL) with a total available funding of $250,000. The program provides financial support and technical assistance for public schools in small communities (municipalities with 10,000 or fewer residents) to implement energy efficiency projects such as insulation, energy efficient lighting, HVAC upgrades, weather sealing, appliances, pumps, motors, and window or door replacements. Individual grant requests range from a minimum of $40,000 to a maximum of $150,000, requiring either a 5% or 15% match depending on economic eligibility. Projects must be completed no later than March 31, 2028. Proposals are due by August 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST (Noon), with written inquiries accepted until July 10, 2026. Evaluation criteria include proposal quality, federal funding management, project budget and financing, project timeline, qualified project manager, proposed energy savings, and economically eligible school status, with optional bonus points for letters of community support.
Quality and Clarity of Proposal (10), Ability to Manage Federal Funding (15), Project Budget Summary and Financing (20), Project Timeline (10), Qualified Project Manager (15), Proposed Energy Savings (20), Economically Eligible School (10), Letters of Community Support (5 bonus)
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Summary
The New Hampshire Department of Energy is seeking applications for its School Energy Efficiency Development (SEED) Grant Program under RFP #2026-003, funded through the State Energy Program Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (SEP BIL) with a total available funding of $250,000.
The program provides financial support and technical assistance for public schools in small communities (municipalities with 10,000 or fewer residents) to implement energy efficiency projects such as insulation, energy efficient lighting, HVAC upgrades, weather sealing, appliances, pumps, motors, and window or door replacements. Individual grant requests range from a minimum of $40,000 to a maximum of $150,000, requiring either a 5% or 15% match depending on economic eligibility. Projects must be completed no later than March 31, 2028. Proposals are due by August 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST (Noon), with written inquiries accepted until July 10, 2026. Evaluation criteria include proposal quality, federal funding management, project budget and financing, project timeline, qualified project manager, proposed energy savings, and economically eligible school status, with optional bonus points for letters of community support.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
7- Federal System for Award Management (SAM) registration
- Evidence of direct ownership
- Financial audit
- Resume and relevant project history of project manager
- Project budget summary
- Signed Davis-Bacon assurance letter
- Printout of Davis-Bacon prevailing wage rates
- Submit to
- [email protected]
- Scope location
- Concord, NH
- Reported agency
- New Hampshire Department of Energy
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from New Hampshire Department of Energy | State of New Hampshire?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is August 21, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. Submissions should be delivered to: [email protected]. For questions, contact Susan Gagne.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including New Hampshire Department of Energy | State of New Hampshire in NH, 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 Susan Gagne. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: "Quality and Clarity of Proposal (10), Ability to Manage Federal Funding (15), Project Budget Summary and Financing (20), Project Timeline (10), Qualified Project Manager (15), Proposed Energy Savings..." Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
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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: Federal System for Award Management (SAM) registration, evidence of direct ownership, financial audit, resume and relevant project history of project manager, project budget summary, signed Davis-Baco. Review the full document from New Hampshire Department of Energy | State of New Hampshire for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Concord, NH. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.