Request for Proposal: Training and Technical Assistance for Energy Weatherization
The Department of Community Services and Development (CSD) has released the Request for Proposal (RFP) for Training and Technical Assistance for energy-saving weatherization programs administered by CSD, including the federally funded Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program and U.S. Department of Energy Weatherization Assistance Program, and the state-funded Low-Income Weatherization Program. (2024-RFP-109).
The purpose of the Training and Technical Assistance RFP is to identify a highly qualified contractor to provide a wide range of technical services, research, and project development for the state and federal low-income energy assistance programs administered by CSD. The Contractor will also provide a variety of technical assistance and supportive services to CSD contractors serving as Local Service Providers and to ensure the workforce they employ is well-trained and poised to perform quality and effective delivery of in-home energy retrofits and services funded by CSD energy programs. Specific forms of technical assistance and supportive services to local administrators include providing instructional and field training for LSP weatherization services staff and the staff of a separate Contractor providing Quality Assurance Weatherization Inspection services.
The anticipated maximum amount for services under this procurement is $5,500,000. At its sole discretion, the State may extend the contract for up to one additional year and add additional funds up to $1,850,000.
A successful Proposal will be under an anticipated contract term of July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028.
Please refer to the RFP Section 5, Required Format of the Proposal, and Section 1.3, Key Action Dates for important deadlines and information regarding this procurement. All Proposals must be submitted to CSD by June 12, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time.