Commercialization Voucher (RFP 6140)
NYSERDA seeks Implementation Managers to run a voucher program accelerating commercialization of climate tech startups through lab, manufacturing, certification, and regulatory support in New York State.
Funder: New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
Due Dates: June 24, 2026 (Full proposal, Round 1)
Funding Amounts: $5,775,000 total; single awards per topic area: Lab Demo ($1.365M), Manufacturing Support ($3.41M), Certification & Validation ($500K), Regulatory & Permitting ($500K)
Summary: Funds Implementation Managers to administer commercialization vouchers supporting climate tech startups in New York State.
Key Information: Proposals must demonstrate benefits to NYS Disadvantaged Communities; only one award per topic area.
Description
This opportunity from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) seeks Implementation Managers to design and administer a Commercialization Voucher program for climate tech startups. The program provides redeemable vouchers for predefined services delivered by eligible service providers in four key areas: Lab Demonstration, Manufacturing Support, Certification and Validation Guidance, and Regulatory and Permitting Guidance. Each topic area will have a dedicated funding allocation and be awarded to a single proposer. The goal is to accelerate commercialization and adoption readiness for climate and clean energy solutions, with a focus on delivering equitable or primary benefits to New York State Disadvantaged Communities (DACs).
