Clean Energy Feasibility Technical Assistance RFP

The Washington State Department of Commerce issued a competitive RFP (No. CE-TA25) seeking qualified contractors to provide solar and/or battery feasibility studies and technical assistance to communities across Washington from January to December 2026, with a funding cap of $500,000. The contract emphasizes delivering comprehensive feasibility reports, technical support, and project planning for clean energy projects, requiring proposers to meet licensing, experience, and certification standards, including specific staff qualifications for solar and energy storage design. The procurement process involves a detailed proposal submission, including technical, management, and cost components, with evaluation based on a weighted scoring system prioritizing technical approach (65%), management (25%), and cost (10%), along with a bonus for workers’ rights certification. Proposals are due electronically by November 10, 2025, at 4 pm PT via a designated Smartsheet portal, and must include signed certifications, inclusion plans, and business certifications as exhibits. The contractual framework is governed primarily by Washington state laws, executive orders, and a standard service contract template (Exhibit E), with no explicit federal FAR clauses referenced. The contract will be a state-funded, reimbursement-based agreement, with the initial period set for 12 months and options for extensions at the agency’s discretion. Key administrative contacts include Elle Davidson, who oversees proposal submissions and contract administration. The contract emphasizes compliance with state procurement policies, including diversity and small business inclusion, and requires proposers to disclose conflicts of interest, certify non-debarment, and provide detailed staffing and cost proposals. While the contract does not specify detailed packaging, labeling, or shipping requirements—appropriate given its service-oriented scope—deliverables are expected to be submitted electronically, and acceptance will be based on compliance with scope and quality standards set forth in the RFP and subsequent contract.