Description
The Washington Department of Commerce is seeking proposals to develop technical assistance documents for local governments to site childcare facilities and energy transmission infrastructure. The project aims to create two toolkits, one for childcare facilities and one for clean energy transmission infrastructure, to help local governments simplify the permitting process. The scope of work includes developing model ordinances, communications toolkits, and considering land use regulations, zoning codes, and barriers to siting. Proposers must have experience in developing land use technical assistance documents and working with tribal governments and cities.
• The proposal must include a technical proposal, management proposal, and cost proposal.
• The contract will be for a period of one year, with the possibility of extension.
• The funding for this project is $280,000, with $130,000 available from January 2026 to June 30, 2026, and $150,000 from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2027.
• Proposers must submit their proposals electronically by January 13, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Pacific Time.