Key Dates for Applicants
- By March 15 Opening Window
- By May 1 – Intent to Apply for Options A and B Prior to submitting an award application, all applicants must submit complete an Intent to Apply form to WCPE to confirm your eligibility for an award by May 1st
- By June 30 – Applications must be submitted electronically by 5 PM on June 30, 2024 using on of the following options:
Pathway 1– 2024 Baldrige Award Criteria Best suited for organizations considering a national application
Option A: Application using the 2024 Baldrige Award Criteria & Format
Pathway 2– 2023-24 Baldrige Excellence Framework A good starting point for organizations looking to build a solid foundation
Option B: 50-page Narrative using the 2023-24 Baldrige Excellence Framework
Option C: Fast Forward using the 2023-24 Baldrige Excellence Builder – shorter application. Applications accepted throughout the year.
Site Visits: TBD early October (subject to change based on the mutual needs to Examiner teams and applicant organizations.)
Feedback Reports to Applicants: Sent electronically to applicants by December 1, 2024