Energy Resilience Construction Grants

The Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (DEEP) is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Energy Resilience Construction Grants, targeting infrastructure improvements and energy system enhancements. This procurement seeks to fund projects that enhance community energy resilience through multiple funding streams, including federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) 40101(d) formula funding, state funding via the DEEP Climate and Resilience Fund, and SEP-BIL State Energy Program resources. The primary objective appears to be supporting energy infrastructure projects that improve system reliability, sustainability, and preparedness. Potential respondents will need to demonstrate technical capability to execute complex energy resilience construction initiatives, with a focus on strategic infrastructure upgrades. The solicitation was posted on November 12, 2025, with proposals due by May 8, 2026, providing potential bidders approximately six months to develop comprehensive project proposals that align with the state's energy resilience goals.

While specific set-aside designations are not explicitly detailed in the provided information, the multi-source funding approach suggests potential opportunities for diverse organizations, including municipal entities, utility providers, energy infrastructure developers, and potentially disadvantaged business enterprises. The grant program's utilization of federal and state funding streams indicates a robust budget allocation, though exact award values are not specified in the current documentation. Prospective respondents should anticipate demonstrating strong technical expertise in energy infrastructure construction, resilience planning, and the ability to integrate proposed improvements with existing energy systems. The involvement of federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Law funding and state climate resilience resources suggests significant potential for meaningful project investments. Organizations interested in responding should carefully review the full RFP documentation to understand specific qualification requirements, evaluation criteria, and the precise scope of eligible energy resilience construction projects.