When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due October 30, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 9, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $50,000 – $200,000.

It was issued by Washington State Department of Commerce. The work is located in Washington, United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Grant program administration and capacity-building experience. Expertise supporting local governments, tribal governments, and nonprofit organizations. Experience advancing community-focused capital projects. Strong understanding of programs serving overburdened communities in Washington. Ability to provide services under a one-year government contract.

Capacity-Building Grant Program Services (Due October 30, 2026)

Overview

Management Consulting & Admin Support

Washington, United StatesPosted: September 19, 2026Deadline: October 30, 2026

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SUMMARY

A Washington government authority is seeking a vendor to deliver capacity-building grant program services supporting early-stage capital projects benefiting overburdened communities. The one-year contract is open to firms experienced in grant administration and organizational support.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a local government, federally recognized tribal government, or federally designated nonprofit organization
Must be registered and licensed to do business in the State of Washington
Must have a specific capital project that benefits an overburdened community
Must submit Exhibit A: Certifications and Assurances with signature
Must submit Exhibit B: Application Form for the specific applicant track
Must submit Exhibit C: Diverse Business Inclusion Plan
Must submit Exhibit D: Workers’ Rights Certification
Nonprofit organizations must submit proof of federal tax exemption (IRS Determination Letter)
Must have sufficient financial capacity to pay project expenses while awaiting reimbursement

BUDGET

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$50,000 – $200,000

CONTRACT DURATION

6 months

TIMELINE

September 18th, 2026: Issue Request for Applications

September 23rd, 2026: Pre-Application Conferences

October 9th, 2026: Question and answer period ends

October 15th, 2026: Answers issued

October 30th, 2026: Applications due by 3:00PM

November 2nd, 2026 – December 7th, 2026: Evaluation period

November 23rd, 2026 – December 3rd, 2026: Virtual presentations with finalists

December 4th, 2026: Announce Apparent Successful Applicant

December 8th, 2026: Debrief conference period

December 7th, 2026 – December 18th, 2026: Negotiate contract

December 21st, 2026: Earliest date contract may be signed

January 1st, 2027: Expected start of contract

June 30th, 2027: Expected end of contract

QUESTION DEADLINE

October 9, 2026

CONTACTS

Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

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Issuing Agency

Washington State Department of Commerce

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority seeks a vendor to provide capacity-building grant program services in Washington. The program will support organizational capacity building for early-stage capital projects that directly benefit overburdened communities across the state.

Eligible program participants include local governments, federally recognized tribal governments, and federally designated nonprofit organizations registered in Washington. The contract period will be one year.

A pre-bid meeting is scheduled for September 23, 2026. All questions must be submitted by October 9, 2026, and proposals are due by October 30, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due October 30, 2026. Questions must be submitted by October 9, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $50,000 – $200,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Washington State Department of Commerce. The work is located in Washington, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Grant program administration and capacity-building experience
Expertise supporting local governments, tribal governments, and nonprofit organizations
Experience advancing community-focused capital projects
Strong understanding of programs serving overburdened communities in Washington
Ability to provide services under a one-year government contract

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