Qualified Contractor Network newsletter: Accepting contractor applications starting April 29

Washington State Department of Commerce sent this bulletin at 03/31/2025 08:00 AM PDT

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March 31, 2025

Accepting contractor applications starting April 29

The Qualified Contractor Network (QCN) application launch date has been extended to April 29. Only contractors enrolled in the QCN are eligible to perform IRA rebate work.  

The new date will better align with onboarding the rebate administrator who will help contractors navigate the rebate programs through training, marketing materials, maintaining the Find a Contractor list, and ongoing general support.

Submit your interest form

Visit the new QCN webpage

The new QCN webpage is live! Check it out and bookmark it today.

The application checklist is now available in the QCN online folder. Use this document to help prepare for completing the application.

Third-party administrator

We're close to submitting our selection for the third-party rebate administrator to the Department of Energy for approval. This is a major step toward program launch. Check the IRA webpage for updates.

Federal funding questions

Commerce is working closely with the Governor’s Office and State Attorney General's Office to understand and respond to potential federal funding impacts. While awaiting further guidance, Washington will continue to offer rebates for households.

Our goal is to have a rebate administrator in place by the end of spring and to open rebate applications to Washington households as soon as possible thereafter. This is an evolving situation that is subject to change.

Know a contractor who might be interested in joining the QCN?

Please share the interest form.

If you have any questions about the QCN please email QCN@commerce.wa.gov.