RFP 202608132 Amendment 1.docx

This is an amendment to a Request for Proposals issued by the State of Maine Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Materials Management for the 2026 Solid Waste Diversion Grant Program, Round II. Amendment 1 modifies the proposal submission deadline, extending it from October 2, 2026 to October 9, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. local time. The program solicits proposals from eligible applicants including municipalities, nonprofits, educational institutions, and private businesses operating within Maine to fund projects and initiatives that divert waste from landfills through reduction, reuse, recycling, composting, and other sustainable waste management practices. Applicants must submit detailed project proposals that demonstrate measurable environmental outcomes, community benefit, innovation, scalability, and measurable waste reduction results.

Eligible project costs include equipment, labor, infrastructure improvements, and administrative expenses directly related to waste diversion activities. Applicants must meet specific eligibility criteria and provide detailed project budgets, implementation timelines, and outcome metrics. Funded projects will operate under a specified contract term with potential for continuation or renewal based on performance metrics and continued program funding. The grant program supports the State of Maine's broader solid waste management and sustainability objectives, including reducing landfill dependency and promoting circular economy practices.