Alaska Online Public Notices #FY 2027 LIHEAP Block Grant Plan

Alaska LIHEAP Block Grant Plan – Public Comment Request for Heating and Weatherization Assistance

This opportunity involves the State of Alaska Department of Health, Division of Public Assistance, seeking public input on its draft plan for the federal Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) block grant for the 2026-2027 program year. - Government Buyer: - State of Alaska Department of Health, Division of Public Assistance - Partnership with Alaska Housing Finance Corporation (AHFC) for weatherization services - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs named; vendors supplying home heating products (fuel oil, kerosene, electricity, natural gas, propane, wood, wood pellets, coal) are required to sign a vendor agreement - Products/Services Requested: - Heating assistance benefits (minimum $350 per household, with increases for vulnerable populations) - Winter crisis assistance (up to $6,125 per household for urgent energy needs) - Weatherization assistance (air sealing, insulation, roof repairs, heating system repair/replacement, energy audits) - Outreach, program coordination, and fraud prevention training - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Direct payments to energy suppliers/vendors - Vendor agreements required for participation - Verification of payment application and compliance with federal/state regulations - Prioritization of vulnerable populations (older adults, disabled, young children) - Coordination with other low-income assistance programs - Annual plan submission with provisions for carryover funds - Partnership with AHFC for weatherization services - Audit and reporting requirements for vendors and program staff

Description

The Division of Public Assistance (DPA) of the State of Alaska invites public comments on the draft model plan for the proposed use of the 2026-2027 federal LIHEAP block grant funds. The plan outlines procedures for the Alaska Heating Assistance Program, including fund allocation for heating and weatherization assistance, eligibility determination methods, and proposed benefit rates for the 2026-2027 program year. A public hearing will be held via Zoom on August 12, 2026, and comments are due by September 4, 2026. Several attachments provide detailed information about the program and proposed changes.

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