FY25 CBE All Things Green Grants Information Session
In partnership with the Department of Energy and the Environment(DOEE), The Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD) is excited to announce that it is accepting applications for the second round of Certified Business Enterprise (CBE) Green Contract Services Grants (“CBE Green”) for Fiscal Year 2025. CBE Green, an initiative within DSLBD and funded by DOEE, will award grants to CBE service firms to provide critical back-office support to other CBEs - certified small business enterprises (SBEs), resident-owned businesses (ROBs), or disadvantaged business enterprises (DBEs) interested in pursuing contract and procurement opportunities with and similar to the DC Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU), an entity committed to helping District residents, businesses, and institutions save money through energy efficiency and renewable energy programs. DSBLD seeks a market opportunities study, direct marketing to and of CBEs, and back-office direct services and training in topics and areas that would strengthen CBEs' preparedness and competitiveness for green energy-related procurement opportunities. The grant opens on January 20, 2025, and will close on February 14, 2025, at 2:00 PM (EST).
Who Can Apply?
Current Certified Business Enterprises (CBE) are eligible to apply.
DSLBD maintains a database of all active Certified Business Enterprises (CBEs). The database is updated in real-time when a business is certified by the Department. It includes a business profile for each CBE that contains the CBE contact information, business description, and NIGP codes. To learn more about CBEs, click here.
How Do I Apply?
All instructions are included in the formal “Request for Applications” (RFA), available for download on DSLBD’s website on January 20, 2025, or by clicking the link: ZoomGrants Application
Applicants are encouraged to read the full Request for Applications.
Questions?
We will hold online virtual information sessions. Applicants are highly encouraged to attend a virtual information session. Details on information sessions can be found on the FY25 CBE All Things Green Grants Information Session page.
Final Deadline:
The absolute deadline to apply online is February 14, 2024, at 2:00 PM Eastern, with no exceptions. Applications will only be accepted through the online application system listed in the Request for Applications (RFA) on DSLBD’s website.