This funding opportunity, made possible by the Department of Energy’s Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant (EECBG) Program, aims to assist local governments in enhancing energy efficiency and reducing fossil fuel emissions, particularly in the transportation and building sectors. The initiative focuses on creating a sustainable and equitable energy economy, prioritizing disadvantaged communities, and promoting inclusive workforce opportunities. Municipalities are invited to propose projects that align with these goals, selecting from a range of eligible activities designed to improve local and regional energy strategies.

**Please be aware that this updated Request for Proposals includes new details about the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program. Refer to the text highlighted in green for the revisions relevant to the Round 2 funding opportunity. See the full EECBG RFP Re-Release for revisions and details. 

ORIGINAL TIMELINE (ROUND 1)

RFP Release Date:                                                            May 20, 2024

Round 1 Questions to PSD Due By:                         June 3, 2024 – 4:30 PM (EDT)

PSD Response to Questions:                                         June 7, 2024 – 4:30 PM (EDT) 1st Round Q&A Responses

REVISED TIMELINE (ROUND 1) 

RFP Revised on:                                                                 July 3, 2024

Additional Round 1 Questions to PSD Due By:                  July 11, 2024 – 4:30 PM (EDT)

PSD Response to Questions:                                        July 18, 2024 – 4:30 PM (EDT) 2nd Round Q&A Responses 

Applications Due:                                                          August 9, 2024 – 4:30 PM (EDT)

TIMELINE (ROUND 2)

RFP Round 2 Re-Release Date:                                         August 19, 2024

Round 2 Questions to PSD Due by:                            August 30, 2024 – 4:30 PM (EDT)

PSD Responses to Questions:                                September 4, 2024 – 4:30 PM (EDT)

• Note: PSD may update the Q&A postings before then. See this page for updates.

Applications for Round 2 Due:                                  September 23, 2024 – 4:30 PM (EDT)

Eligible Activities 

• Strategy Development and Implementation  

• Retaining Technical Consulting Services  

• Residential and Commercial Building Audits  

• Energy Efficiency and Conservation Programs for Buildings and Facilities  

• Conservation of Transportation Energy  

• Building Code and Inspection Services   

Maximum and Minimum Awards 
The maximum amount of funds available for any eligible entity is $100,000. The minimum amount that an applicant can apply for is $50,000. 

Who can apply? 

Except for the towns and cities listed below, all Vermont cities, towns, and incorporated villages are eligible to apply for EECBG funding from the PSD.  

Ineligible Municipalities: Town of Bennington, Town of Brattleboro, City of Burlington, Town of Colchester, Town of Essex, Town of Hartford, Town of Milton, City of Rutland, City of South Burlington, and Town of Williston.  

Additional Provisions: Recipients of grants from this RFP must comply with Federal Special Terms and Conditions. Special Terms and Conditions (vermont.gov) 

Questions about this RFP should be emailed to:

psd.eecbgprogram@vermont.gov