Washington State Dept of Commerce 2026 Connecting Housing to Infrastructure Program NOFO - CHIP202607
Washington State Department of CommerceState · Olympia, WA- Due
- Sep 30, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Jul 20, 2026
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Mischa Venables
The 30-second brief
The Washington State Department of Commerce is offering up to $31 million in CHIP grants for water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure supporting affordable housing projects. Applications are due September 30, 2026.
Grant applications, Project readiness demonstration, Affordability monitoring enrollment
Readiness to proceed, Access to public transit/services, Need for project, Community benefit, Budget, Leverage private funding, GMA consistency, SDC waiver program, Cost per unit
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Summary
The Washington State Department of Commerce is offering up to $31 million in CHIP grants for water, sewer, and stormwater infrastructure supporting affordable housing projects. Applications are due September 30, 2026.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
9- Readiness to proceed
- Access to public transit/services
- Need for project
- Community benefit
- Budget
- Leverage private funding
- GMA consistency
- SDC waiver program
- Cost per unit
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
3- Grant applications
- Project readiness demonstration
- Affordability monitoring enrollment
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Certifications and Assurances
- Entities Eligible for CHIP Grant
- Example Grant Contract
- Submit to
- ZoomGrants
- Duration
- 24 months
- Scope location
- Washington State
Questions about this RFO
How do I respond to this RFO from Washington State Department of Commerce?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is September 30, 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: ZoomGrants. For questions, contact Mischa Venables.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this RFO?
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 RFO 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 Mischa Venables. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Grant applications, Project readiness demonstration, Affordability monitoring enrollment. 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: "Readiness to proceed, Access to public transit/services, Need for project, Community benefit, Budget, Leverage private funding, GMA consistency, SDC waiver program, Cost per unit" 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 is the contract term for this solicitation?
The anticipated contract term is 2 years. Contract terms may include renewal options.
What documents are required to bid on this RFO?
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: Certifications and Assurances, Entities Eligible for CHIP Grant, Example Grant Contract. 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: Washington State. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.