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E-bikes for business grant

The MPCA is offering approximately $135,000 in grant funding to help Minnesota businesses and organizations purchase bicycles and electric-assisted bicycles (e-bikes) for commercial use. 

This program's primary goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions from the state's transportation sector by increasing the use of bikes for delivery and commercial services. The shift to bikes will also reduce reliance on fossil fuel vehicles, ease traffic congestion, and improve local air quality, especially in those communities most impacted by vehicle pollution.

Applications are due January 15, 2026.

Why make the switch

Using bikes for local deliveries and offering services to homes is a smart and sustainable choice that benefits your business and community: 

  • saves money: You can cut costs on vehicle fuel, insurance, and routine maintenance
  • cleaner communities: You can help make local areas cleaner and quieter by lowering noise and air pollution

Electric-assisted cargo bikes can be customized with lockable boxes, front racks, and rear trailers to meet your carrying needs. This lets you safely move a range of large and small items, such as:

  • food and beverages (groceries, specialty foods, and coffee)
  • catering supplies (flowers, prepared meals, and baked goods)
  • construction equipment (tools, material samples)
  • maintenance and repair supplies (for plumbing, electrical, and handyman services)
  • mail, packages, and last-mile retail goods for local delivery

Questions and answers

Please submit questions about this grant to grants.pca@state.mn.us with the subject line “FY26 E-bikes for business grant” no later than Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026, at 4 p.m. CST. 

MPCA employees cannot legally answer questions about this grant opportunity.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants

  • any business or group operating in Minnesota, including Tribes, nonprofits, and government entities
  • for-profit businesses must have 500 or fewer full-time employees

Eligible projects

This grant offers funding to purchase new bicycles and electric-assisted bicycles. To qualify, the bicycles or e-bikes must be actively used for one or both of the following purposes:

  • delivery services: moving property or goods
  • commercial services: moving equipment, supplies, or tools for installation, repair, or maintenance job

You may also include the cost of certain accessories in your request. You can ask for up to $200 per new bike or e-bike for these items. Eligible accessories include:

  • bike helmets
  • bike lights
  • locks
  • luggage racks
  • baskets
  • cargo trailers
  • panniers/bags/backpacks

Available funds

The MPCA anticipates awarding a total of approximately $135,000.

Grant awards are between $3,000 - $24,000 per applicant.

Grantees are required to provide a 25% match toward the project's total cost. Example: Let's say your project costs $6,000 in total.

  • you pay (your 25% match): $1,500
  • the grant pays (the other 75%): Up to $4,500

Any money you spend before the grant contract is signed is not eligible for reimbursement by the grant and cannot be counted as your match.

How to apply

Review the the request for proposal (RFP). The RFP and application materials can only be viewed through the online SWIFT portal. The RFP is termed an “Event” within the SWIFT system.

  1. go to the online SWIFT portal
  2. click "Bidding opportunities"
  3. find and view the event name (FY26 E-bikes for business grant) or event ID (2000017731)
  4. click "View Bid Package" to see the RFP and forms (there’s no need to log in to see the documents)

Apply online. Grant applications are only accepted through the SWIFT portal.

  1. register as a bidder in the SWIFT Supplier Portal (bidding = "applying")
  2. choose "Register for an Account" and then "Register as a Bidder"

If you are already registered in the SWIFT system as a supplier (previously known as a vendor), use your supplier ID. Visit the SWIFT Supplier Portal under “Informational Tips” and “Supplier Portal Help” for more information. 

Need help with SWIFT? Direct questions about applying through SWIFT to the Vendor Assistance Help Desk at 651-201-8100, option 1 or contact the SWIFT Vendor Liaison, Ellie Pflager: ellie.pflager@state.mn.us or 651-201-8148.