PSD Requests Proposals 4-1-2026 For The Vermont Building Energy Workforce Development Program

Through this request, the Vermont Department of Public Service seeks proposals from qualified entities to develop and implement workforce development programs that expand and strengthen Vermont's energy efficiency, weatherization, electrification, and clean energy workforce.

The Department intends to fund programs through this RFP that:
• recruit and attract new workers into the energy efficiency, weatherization, electrification, and clean energy fields;
• support the training and professional development of new and existing workers, including preparation for relevant industry certifications;
• assist contractors and employers in retaining workers and building sustainable businesses in these sectors;
• drive Vermont's achievement of the goals set forth in the State's Climate Action Plan and Comprehensive Energy Plan; and
• ensure Vermont has sufficient workforce capacity to deliver residential energy upgrades statewide.

Please see the full Request for Proposals Document 4-1-2026: Vermont Building Energy Workforce Development Program, for further details.

ISSUE DATE APRIL 1, 2026

QUESTIONS DUE APRIL 20, 2026 - 4:30 PM (EST) (+20 DAYS)

RESPONSES POSTED MAY 11, 2026 - 1:00PM (EST) (+41 DAYS)

REMOTE APPLICANT'S CONFERENCE MAY 14, 2026 - 1:00PM (EST) (+44 DAYS)

PROPOSALS DUE BY JUNE 15, 2026 - 4:30PM (EST) (+75 DAYS)

PROGRAMS END MAY 30, 2028

PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT ALL NOTIFICATIONS, RELEASES, AND ADDENDUMS ASSOCIATED WITH THIS RFP WILL BE POSTED AT:

Department of Public Service - Energy Workforce Development Request for Proposals Page

The state will make no attempt to contact interested parties with updated information. It is the responsibility of each applicant to periodically check the above webpage for any and all notifications, releases, and addendums associated with this RFP.

This RFP is intended for professionals with a specialized background in workforce development and training, particularly in the field of weatherization and energy efficiency services. The RFP contains complex technical information that assumes prior knowledge in those areas. If you require assistance or accommodations to access this content, please contact our State Contact for support.

STATE CONTACT: Ian Lund, Energy Program Specialist
E-MAIL: [email protected]

All proposals and/or questions responsive to this RFP shall be submitted by email only to the State Contact and shall include the subject line: "Energy Workforce Development RFP."