Washington State Department of Commerce Transmission Corridors Study RFP 2026
Washington State Department of CommerceState · Olympia, WA- Due
- Sep 28, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 28, 2026
- Primary contact
- Aidan Garrity
The 30-second brief
The Washington State Department of Commerce is soliciting proposals to study the state's overall energy transmission capacity needs and identify high-priority transmission corridors. The findings will assist in establishing the Washington Electric Transmission Authority (WETA) as directed by SSB 6355, Section 3, to enhance system reliability, resilience, and affordability. Minimum qualifications include five years of experience in electric system planning or transmission analysis and three years in complex power system or clean energy transition analyses. The agency intends to award one or multiple contracts not to exceed a total of $460,000. Proposals are due by 12:00 p.m. PT on September 28, 2026, following a pre-proposal conference on September 3, 2026.
Minimum five years experience in electric system planning, minimum three years experience in complex power system analyses
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Summary
The Washington State Department of Commerce is soliciting proposals to study the state's overall energy transmission capacity needs and identify high-priority transmission corridors.
The findings will assist in establishing the Washington Electric Transmission Authority (WETA) as directed by SSB 6355, Section 3, to enhance system reliability, resilience, and affordability. Minimum qualifications include five years of experience in electric system planning or transmission analysis and three years in complex power system or clean energy transition analyses. The agency intends to award one or multiple contracts not to exceed a total of $460,000. Proposals are due by 12:00 p.m. PT on September 28, 2026, following a pre-proposal conference on September 3, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Minimum five years experience in electric system planning, minimum three years experience in complex power system analyses
- Scope location
- Olympia, WA
Questions about this RFP
How do I respond to this RFP from Washington State Department of Commerce?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 28, 2026. For questions, contact Aidan Garrity.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFP?
Most government agencies, including Washington State Department of Commerce in WA, 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 Aidan Garrity. 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: "Minimum five years experience in electric system planning, minimum three years experience in complex power system analyses" Vendors should carefully align their proposals with each criterion to maximize their score.
Where can I find more RFPs from Washington State Department of Commerce?
All active and historical solicitations from Washington State Department of Commerce are tracked and searchable. As a state agency, Washington State Department of Commerce 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 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 Washington State Department of Commerce for the complete list.
What is the scope of this project?
This solicitation defines a specific project scope. The scope covers the following locations: Olympia, WA. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.