MnDOT is currently seeking Proposals to assist with Phase 1: Pre-construction of the CFI program. The total project cost is up to $1,294,500 to support the initial launch of the program (Phase 1). The funding structured for this RFP is as follows: 80% of the funding will be provided by MnDOT’s pass-through grant from FHWA ($1,035,600). Designs will focus on up to 36 Level 2 Charges and 6 Level 3 DC Fast Chargers. Each installation site and corresponding plan(s) are required to follow the federal 23 CFR 680 Rule that establishes the minimum standards and requirements for EV projects and must be publicly accessible 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A. Program Participant Eligibility: Tribal Nations, municipalities, public transit agencies, electrical utilities, along with regional planning and development organizations. B. Project Focus Areas: EV charging infrastructure funded under MnDOT’s Community Program proposal focuses on three core areas: Multi-Modal Hubs and Shared-Use Fleets and Services, Rural Area Charging Solutions, and Urban/Suburban Area Charging Solutions (language pulled from our grant application). 1. Multi-Modal Hubs and Shared-Use Fleets and Services: EV charging projects that include electrification of existing or planned new shared mobility services will receive priority for funding over other requests.
