Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant Program ROUND 2
ID: 354602Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

DOT Federal Highway Administration (DOT-FHWA)

Award Range

$500K - $0

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354602

Additional Information

https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/environment/cfi/
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Transportation's Federal Highway Administration is offering the Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant Program Round 2, aimed at enhancing electric vehicle (EV) charging and alternative fueling infrastructure across the United States. This program, established under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, seeks applications for projects that improve public access to charging stations, particularly in rural and underserved areas, with a strong emphasis on equity, community engagement, and sustainability. The total funding available is approximately $1.32 billion, with up to $800 million allocated for new applications and $521 million reserved for reconsiderations of previously submitted applications. Interested applicants must submit their proposals by September 11, 2024, and can reach out to CFIGrants@dot.gov for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    CFIGrants@dot.gov
    Files
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    NOFO 693JJ324NF00017_CFI Round 2_5.30.2024.docx
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    The Charging and Fueling Infrastructure (CFI) Discretionary Grant Program, established by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, aims to fund up to $800 million in new applications for publicly accessible electric vehicle charging and alternative fueling infrastructure, alongside $521 million reserved for previously submitted but unfunded applications. Eligible applicants include state and local governments, metropolitan planning organizations, and others involved directly in transportation infrastructure, with projects focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions and expanding access. Applications are due by August 28, 2024, and must adhere to specific guidelines and criteria outlined in the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO).
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