The MPCA is currently offering funding to help Minnesota businesses and organizations purchase bicycles and electric-assisted bicycles (e-bikes) for commercial use.
The transportation sector is the largest source of greenhouse gases in Minnesota – accounting for about a quarter of our state’s emissions. Most cars and transportation vehicles are powered by fossil fuels, resulting in air pollution that has an unequal negative impact on communities close to traffic corridors. Encouraging the use of bicycles for delivery and commercial services will contribute to improved air quality, reduced noise pollution, and healthier communities.
Information to help applicants submit proposals and access the online application portal can be found on the e-bikes for business grant webpage. Applications are due no later than 4 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026, through the SWIFT Supplier Portal.
Funding available
The MPCA anticipates awarding approximately $135,000 in grants for bicycles and e-bikes. The maximum grant award is $24,500 and the minimum grant award is $3,000 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.
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 e-bikes. 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 jobs
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, and/or panniers/bags/backpacks
Applications are due no later than Thursday, Jan. 15, 4 p.m.
Questions? Please submit questions about this grant to grants.pca@state.mn.us with the subject line: “FY26 E-bikes for business RFP Question” no later than Thursday, Jan. 8, 2026. Answers to questions will be posted frequently in the SWIFT Supplier Portal. More information can be found on the grant webpage.