Reminder: Pre-proposal conference is tomorrow
Please join us tomorrow, January 28, 2026, from 12-1 p.m. for the new Request for Applications (RFA) proposal conference aimed at assisting both public and private building owners in complying with the Clean Buildings Performance Standard (CBPS). This combined RFA offers four funding sources that can potentially cover the cost associated with some CBPS requirements. The available funding sources are:
- Clean Building Performance Grants ($4.8 million)
- Energy Audits for Public Buildings ($12.2 million)
- Energy Efficiency Retrofit Grants ($10.6 million)
- State Project Improvement Grants ($4.8 million)
This combined RFA format provides a single application process for building owners to apply for any or all four programs. The application mostly asks for short, factual responses instead of long written explanations. This reduces the paperwork burden for building owners applying for funding provided by the Washington State Legislature.
Access the RFA materials in this Box folder.
Most of the funding for these RFA programs comes from the Climate Commitment Act. This includes all Clean Buildings Performance Grants, all Energy Audits for Public Buildings, and $10 million of the Energy Retrofit Grants. An additional $1 million for Energy Retrofit Grants, along with all state project Improvement grants, is funded through the state building construction account.
Key dates
- Performance period: Through June 30, 2027
- Register for Pre-proposal Conference 2 on Jan. 28, 2026, 12-1 p.m.
- Question and answer period closes: Feb. 18, 2026
- Applications due: March 4, 2026, at 3 p.m.
Please email [email protected] with questions regarding this RFA or review the Q&A document. Visit the RFA webpage for more information.
O&M Program Development Tool Disclaimer
We recently updated the CBPS 040 - Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Program Development Tool. Updates include adding a disclaimer that the tool was built with Tier 2 buildings in mind and may not be sufficient to meet the Tier 1 documentation requirements.
The O&M Program Development Tool is an optional supplemental tool meant to help create an inventory of the building’s equipment and develop O&M tasks, which is only a component of the O&M Program requirements. It is generally not considered best practice to use this tool for complex Tier 1 buildings.
Visit the Clean Buildings Document Library to review new and updated guidance documents. If you have questions or require additional guidance, please complete the Customer Support Form.
Seattle Building Emissions Navigator
The Seattle Building Emissions Navigator provides free training workshops, information sessions, and cohort kickoffs for building owners and managers navigating Seattle’s emissions standards. Offerings include virtual information sessions, tailored monthly workshop cohorts for nonresidential and multifamily properties, and hands-on in-person group training.
Participants benefit from expert coaching, building walk-throughs, project prioritization support, and clear guidance on complying with Seattle and the state performance standards. Attend upcoming events — online or in person — to access practical tools and support for effective emissions reduction. Visit the Seattle Building Emissions Navigator webpage to register for their information session.
Free resources and technical support
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