As a service to our members, CTE continually tracks state funding opportunities that could be of potential interest to our members. CTE monitors and updates the latest funding options in each state, providing direct and timely information to transportation professionals, industry leaders, and stakeholders.

Background and Award Information

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California – The Bay Area Air District opened a competitive solicitation for electric charging infrastructure to support transit and school buses. Eligible projects include the installation and operation of permanent electric infrastructure placed into service by early 2028. Up to $35 million in funding is available, with 80% of funding reserved for Air District priority areas. Applications are due on April 2, 2025.

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The Bay Area Air District also opened the 2025 Charge! Program. The Charge! Program provides grant funding to offset a portion of the cost to purchase and install new publicly accessible chargers for light-duty electric vehicles (EVs) at multi-family housing facilities, destinations, transit parking locations, and workplaces across the Bay Area. Eligible applicants include businesses, homeowner associations, nonprofits, public agencies, and tribes who either own the property where the proposed chargers will be installed or who have the authority/permission from the property owner to install and operate chargers for the duration of the project term. There is $10 million in funding available and applications are due on June 6, 2025.

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The California Department of General Services (DGS) Low Carbon Hydrogen Fuel Invitation for Bid (IFB) is now open. DGS issued this IFB to cover the requirements of the State of California for low carbon hydrogen fuel. The contract resulting from this solicitation will be mandatory for all State of California Departments and available for use by participating local agencies. There are two groups, defined as follows: Group 1 – Low Carbon Hydrogen Fuel, Liquid, and Group 2 – Low Carbon Hydrogen Fuel, Gaseous. Award will be made to the responsive and responsible bidder with the lowest cost, including all applicable preference and incentive calculations. Bids are due on March 12, 2025.

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Kansas – The Kansas Department of Transportation (KDOT) is accepting applications for the spring 2025 round of the agency’s Cost Share Program. The Cost Share Program provides financial assistance to local entities for construction projects that improve safety, leverage state funds to increase total transportation investment, and help both rural and urban areas of the state improve the transportation system. All transportation projects are eligible, including roadway (on and off the state system), rail, airport, bicycle/pedestrian and public transit. Candidate projects should include investments that provide transportation benefits and are not eligible for other KDOT programs. This round of grant funding has an overall budget of $6 million, with a maximum awarded amount of $1 million per project. Applications are due March 27, 2025.

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Minnesota – The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) is accepting applications to its Freight Switcher Locomotive grant to partially fund freight switcher locomotive repower or replacement with zero-emission motors or cleaner diesel engines. Locomotive owners from private, public, and nonprofit sectors based in Minnesota are eligible to apply, and applications are due on May 20, 2025.

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MPCA is accepting applications for its Clean Transportation for Delivery and Commercial Services grants to fund the purchase of all-electric Class 1, 2, or 3 vehicles. For-profit businesses with 500 employees or less, as well as governmental entities, Tribes, nonprofits, and educational institutions with any number of employees are eligible to apply. The maximum grant award is $24,500 per applicant. Applications are due by March 14, 2025.

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Rhode Island – The Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources has released a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a design-build of behind-the-meter solar photovoltaic carports that incorporate a battery energy storage system and EV supply equipment. The project objective is to implement solar carport systems, storage, and EV chargers on the parking lot properties of the Capital Hill Campus to reduce energy costs and showcase the adoption of clean energy technology. Applications are due on March 14, 2025.

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Vermont – The Vermont Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) is accepting applications for the Vermont Diesel Emissions Reduction Financial Assistance Program. DEC is seeking applicants for projects that achieve a significant reduction in diesel emissions from diesel-powered engines, vehicles, and equipment operating in Vermont. Eligible vehicles include school buses and transit buses, locomotives, heavy-duty trucks, marine engines, and nonroad engines, equipment, or vehicles used in construction, handling of cargo, agriculture, mining, or energy production. All interested local, state, and regional agencies or departments, as well as institutions and businesses with eligible diesel vehicles or equipment operating primarily in the State of Vermont are eligible to apply. Applications are due on March 5, 2025.

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Washington – The Cowlitz Indian Tribe released an Assessment of Tribal Facilities for EV Fleet Transition RFP. The consultant will conduct a comprehensive evaluation of all Tribal facilities and provide a detailed report that identifies the necessary upgrades to accommodate an EV fleet. The consultant will also recommend improvements that align with current and future infrastructure needs and energy demands. Applications are due on March 6, 2025.

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If you have any questions regarding any of these opportunities, please contact Wendy Morgan ([email protected]).

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