REAP. Application Process. Agency Documents: 1. ... Brandon Hoffman. Mount Vernon. 360-488-4841
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Grants and Loans: Installing renewable energy systems Energy efficiency improvements
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Agricultural Producers
REAP Agricultural Producer Definition Individual or Entity 51% of Gross Income from Ag Production Crops, Livestock, Forestry, Dairies Farm Schedules or Tax Returns
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Rural Small Businesses
REAP Rural Small Business Definition
“Rural” – Community less than 50,000 in population Also includes related metro areas “Small” – Meets SBA Small Business Size Standards For-Profit Businesses Cooperatives (501(c)(12)) Electric Utilities Tribal Corps
REAP REAP Renewable Energy Systems Solar Wind Small Hydroelectric Anaerobic Digesters Biomass Geothermal Wave/Ocean Power
REAP Energy Efficiency Improvements Lighting Heating Cooling Ventilation Fans Automated Controls Insulation
REAP Eligible Project Costs Eligible Project Costs
Ineligible Project Costs
Must be Post-Application
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Equipment Installation Professional Service Fees Permits, Licenses
EEI: • Construction • Facility Improvements • Retrofitting
Residential energy projects Pre-Application Expenses Vehicles Application Prep Fees Payment to the Applicant, Owner, Family
REAP REAP Grant Specifics Renewable Energy Systems Minimum Request
$2,500
Maximum Request
25% Eligible Cost $500,000
Energy Efficiency Improvements Minimum Request
$1,500
Maximum Request
25% Eligible Cost $250,000
REAP REAP-Guaranteed Loan USDA provides guaranty on commercial loan 75% of eligible project costs maximum 85% guarantee maximum Same project eligibility requirements Any lender can utilize Approach your local lender; provide my contact info
REAP Camano Island Coffee
REAP Samish Bay Cheese
REAP Farm Power Rexville
REAP Mahomet IGA Geothermal heat, energy efficient coolers & lighting • $198,600 Total Cost • $49,650 REAP Grant • $148,950 Commercial Loan 40% reduction in energy costs
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Rural Manufacturer
Grocery Store
Efficient Lighting System
Energy Efficient Cooler Doors
• $78,511 Total Cost • $19,695 REAP Grant
• $41,363 Total Cost • $8,827 REAP Grant
50% Savings on Lighting Bill
$500/Month Savings
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Environmental
If Breaking Ground, Consult RD Before
REAP Application Process Agency Documents: 1. REAP Application (RD 4280-3A, B, or C) 2. Application for Federal Assistance (SF 424 w/ C&D) 3. Representations re: Felony (AD 3030) 4. Request for Environmental Info (RD 1940-20) DUNS & SAM Registration – Only use official website – Always Free https://fedgov.dnb.com/webform https://www.sam.gov/
REAP Application Process
REAP Application Process Tax Returns (3 years if available) Contractor’s Bid/Proposal Proof of availability of match Energy assessment, historical usage (EEI) Environmental requirements if necessary Submit everything to local RD office Submit before deadline and ask for completeness review
REAP Deadlines Type of Applications Grants < $20,000 Smaller Pool of Funds, Less Competition
Date
Grants of any Size Guaranteed Loans
04/30/2018 Continuous
10/31/2017
Applications can be submitted anytime before the deadline
REAP Project Timeline Application
• Assemble Application • Submit to RD • RD Review/Confirm Completion
Scoring & Obligation
• RD Scores/Competes • Notification • Obligation Paperwork
Closing
• Construction • Completion Proof • Disburse Grant
REAP Scoring Considerations Percent of Energy Use Replaced/Saved: More = Better Payback Time: Quicker = Better First-Time REAP Applicant Priority for Socially-Disadvantaged, Veterans
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Questions?
Specialist
Location
Phone
Email
Yakima
509-367-8565
[email protected]
Randy Baird
Yakima
509-367-8562
[email protected]
Carlotta Donisi
Olympia
360-704-7724
[email protected]
Brandon Hoffman
Mount Vernon
360-488-4841
[email protected]
Jeff Peterson
Olympia
360-704-7729
[email protected]
REAP Roni Baer
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