(1) Ecology will develop guidance to assist in implementing this chapter.

(2) Project solicitation. Ecology will provide notice of a new funding cycle, pursuant to WAC 173-566-110 at least once per biennium.

(3) Application. Grant applications must contain sufficient information to make the determinations in subsection (4) of this section.

(4) Project evaluation and ranking. Ecology will review projects and applications for completeness and to determine:

(a) Project eligibility under WAC 173-566-310;

(b) Project quality under WAC 173-566-140; and

(c) Funding priority under WAC 173-566-150.

(5) Agreement development. After deciding to fund an eligible project, ecology will negotiate with the applicant the scope of work and budget for the grant and develop the agreement.