Washington ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Electric Vehicle Instant Rebates Round 2

The Washington Department of Commerce is soliciting proposals for the administration of the Washington Electric Vehicle Instant Rebates Round 2 program. The project has a total budget not to exceed 4,850,000 dollars, with a maximum of 650,000 dollars allocated for administrative tasks. The primary objective is to increase electric vehicle adoption and reduce transportation energy costs for vulnerable populations by managing a 5 million dollar point-of-sale rebate program. Eligible vehicles include battery electric vehicles with a gross vehicle weight rating under 10,000 pounds capable of traveling over 35 mph. The tentative period of performance runs from January 22, 2027, through June 30, 2027, with potential extensions through June 30, 2029. To qualify, firms must demonstrate experience implementing an incentive program that provided instant rebates for at least 1,000 electric vehicles or e-bikes and must possess or have a license for a digital rebate processing platform. Proposals are evaluated based on cost (20 percent) and communication skills (5 percent), with additional points awarded for workers rights certifications regarding the absence of individual arbitration clauses. There is a mandatory award preference for the highest-ranked responsive Small or Veteran-Owned Business for contracts with an initial value under 150,000 dollars. Proposals must be submitted electronically to the RFP Coordinator, Mara MacDonell, by 4:00 PM Pacific Time on November 20, 2026. Successful contractors are required to obtain a Statewide Vendor Number from the Office of Financial Management to receive reimbursement-based payments.