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$0 - $800,000

Request for Proposals: Lower Snake River Energy Replacement Analysis

From WA Department of Commerce

Commerce is accepting proposals from qualified organizations or firms to analyze the electricity resources needed to replace the energy services currently provided by the lower Snake River dams. The study will identify the electricity generation, transmission, energy storage, energy efficiency and grid support services needed to maintain a reliable and resilient electric system while meeting Washington's clean energy laws. It will also evaluate how these resources fit into the region's future electricity needs as transportation, buildings and industry transition away from fossil fuels. The analysis must align with Washington Executive Order 24-06 and support the Columbia Basin Restoration Initiative. Stakeholder input from tribal governments, other governments, utilities, Northwest Power and Conservation Council, and key partners is required. Final report due April 12, 2027; Commerce submits to Governor and Legislature by June 30, 2027.

  • Overview

    • Type

      Request For Proposal

    • Title

      Request for Proposals: Lower Snake River Energy Replacement Analysis

    • Source

      WA Department of Commerce

    • Federal or State

      State

    • Total Amount

      $800,000

    • Number of Awards

      1

    • Award Range

      $0 - $800,000

    • Cost Share

      No

    • Status

      Active

  • Topics

    Climate
    Energy Efficiency
    Environmental Justice
    Resilience

  • Eligibility

    • Audience

      Businesses, Local Government, State Agencies, Tribes, Utilities

    • Sector

      Climate, Energy Efficiency, Environmental Justice, Resilience

    • Activity

      Program Management

    • Eligibility

      Proposers must be available for work in Washington and have at least five years of demonstrated experience in electric system planning, transmission analysis, resource adequacy analysis, energy systems modeling or related fields and three years of experience in conducting complex power system or clean energy transition analyses.

    • Location

      WA

  • Application Process

    • Application Link

      Apply Now

    • Pre-Application?

      No

    • Requirements

      Must use technical analysis, stakeholder input, consider regional developments, quantify emissions, assess resource options, and deliver findings. See RFP for full requirements.

    • Disbursement Method

      Unspecified

  • Important Dates

    • Application Close Date

      Aug 26, 2026

    • Application Close Time

      4:00 PM PST

    • Period of Performance Start

      Oct 6, 2026

    • Period of Performance End

      Jun 30, 2027

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