Washington State Dept of Commerce Tribal Application Assistance Grants for Broadband Connectivity Program 2026
Washington State Department of CommerceState · Olympia, WA- Due
- Sep 15, 2026
- Deadline passed
- Posted
- Aug 19, 2026
- Primary contact
- Chelsi Wickersham
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Summary
The Washington State Broadband Office (WSBO) within the Department of Commerce is making $300,000 available through Tribal Application Assistance Grants.
These funds are intended to support tribes in preparing applications for the federal Tribal Broadband Connectivity Program (TBCP) Round 3. Eligible activities for reimbursement include project narrative and budget creation, key personnel resumes, network sustainability plans, proposed service area mapping, and design engineering and diagrams. Awarded applications may be full or partial awards depending on volume. Applications are due by September 15, 2026, and require backup documentation such as vendor invoices or staff timecards for reimbursement.
REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS
3- Grant Application
- Vendor invoices
- Staff timecards
- Scope location
- Washington
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 15, 2026. Be sure to include all required attachments as outlined in the solicitation. For questions, contact Chelsi Wickersham.
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 Chelsi Wickersham. Questions and answers are typically shared with all prospective bidders.
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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: Grant Application, vendor invoices, staff timecards. 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. Review the full solicitation for detailed scope requirements.