Washington State Dept of Commerce Climate Planning Grant 2025-2027
Washington State Department of CommerceState · Olympia, WA- Due
- Jan 6, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Dec 3, 2025
- Contract term
- 2 years
- Primary contact
- Sarah Fox
- (360) 725-3114
The 30-second brief
The Washington State Department of Commerce is reopening the application period for the 2025-2027 Climate Planning Grant, with approximately $7.5 million in remaining funds available. The grant supports counties and cities in developing mandatory Climate Change and Resiliency Elements for their comprehensive plans under the Growth Management Act (GMA). Eligible activities include Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions reduction planning, climate resiliency subelements, VMT studies, and implementation activities such as EV infrastructure or urban heat strategies. Applications must be submitted via a Smartsheet form starting January 6, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Award notifications are expected in January and February 2026, with all work to be completed by June 30, 2027.
Letter of Commitment, Scope of Work, Budget, Draft Climate Element
Order received, completeness of application
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Summary
The Washington State Department of Commerce is reopening the application period for the 2025-2027 Climate Planning Grant, with approximately $7.5 million in remaining funds available.
The grant supports counties and cities in developing mandatory Climate Change and Resiliency Elements for their comprehensive plans under the Growth Management Act (GMA). Eligible activities include Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions reduction planning, climate resiliency subelements, VMT studies, and implementation activities such as EV infrastructure or urban heat strategies. Applications must be submitted via a Smartsheet form starting January 6, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Award notifications are expected in January and February 2026, with all work to be completed by June 30, 2027.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Order received, completeness of application
REQUIRED DELIVERABLES
4- Letter of Commitment
- Scope of Work
- Budget
- Draft Climate Element
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Letter of Commitment
- Scope of Work
- Budget
- Submit to
- Online Smartsheet form
- Scope location
- Olympia, WA
Questions about this QUOTE
How do I respond to this Quote from Washington State Department of Commerce?
Review the full solicitation document for submission requirements, evaluation criteria, and deadlines. The submission deadline is January 6, 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: Online Smartsheet form. For questions, contact Sarah Fox.
Can small businesses or minority-owned firms bid on this Quote?
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 Quote 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 Sarah Fox at (360) 725-3114. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
What are the key deliverables?
The solicitation specifies the following deliverables: Letter of Commitment, Scope of Work, Budget, Draft Climate Element. 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: "Order received, completeness of application" 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?
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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 Quote?
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: Letter of Commitment, Scope of Work, Budget. 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.