The BEST Grant Process & Beyond

Below is information regarding the BEST Grant process and additional resources.

Steps to Take Before Applying for a BEST Grant

• BEST Grant FAQ - A comprehensive guide to BEST
• Contact your Regional Program Manager to schedule a site visit and get started on planning for your BEST grant
• Facility Insight - Review your Facility Insight data
• Charter School eligibility
• Planning is an essential component of a BEST grant
  • Grant Submittal Requirements
  • ​Public School Facilities Master Plan Guidelines (PDF)
• ​Capital Construction Procurement
  • For RFQ/P templates and assistance, please contact your Regional Program Manager.

The BEST Grant Application Process

• BEST Grant Application Information
• How Matching Percentages are Calculated (PDF)
• BEST Grant Cycle Timeline

Once a Grant Application is Awarded

• FY24-25 BEST Grantee Training Video (YouTube)
• FY245-25 BEST Grantee Training (PDF)
• Grantee Guide for Cash Grants (PDF)
• Grantee Guide for Lease Purchase Grants (PDF)
• Capital Construction Procurement
• Contracting for BEST Projects

All public schools in the State of Colorado are required to obtain permits and inspections through a State permitting process. The Division of Fire Prevention and Control is the responsible agency for issuing public school permits. You can contact them at 303-239-4100 or by clicking this link: Obtaining a Building Permit

Additional Project Requirements

• BEST Furniture, Fixtures, and Equipment (FFE) Guidelines (PDF)
• BEST Safety/Security Grant Supplemental Questionnaire (Word)
• High-Performance Certification Program (HPCP)
• Important Roofing Information

Additional Resources

• Safety and Security Facility Information
• Helpful Technology Links
• Public School Facility Construction Guidelines

For more information or if an alternative version of a document is needed, please contact BESTSchools@cde.state.co.us or call 303-866-2153.

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