The state of Michigan has opened the third round of funding under the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) programme, allocating approximately $51 million to support the deployment of additional public fast-charging stations across the state.
The new funding round was announced by the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) following approval of Michigan’s updated Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment Plan by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) in April. The approval allows the state to access its remaining NEVI funding and continue expanding its public charging network.
Michigan has been allocated a total of $106 million through the federally funded NEVI programme, which was established to accelerate the deployment of electric vehicle charging infrastructure across the United States.
State Targets 60 Additional Charging Sites
The first two rounds of NEVI funding have already supported plans for 81 charging stations across Michigan.
Through the newly launched third procurement round, the state expects to fund approximately 60 additional fast-charging sites, with the goal of having them operational and open to the public by 2029.
“This funding will help strategically close gaps in Michigan’s charging network, enhance reliability, and expand access to EV infrastructure across the state,” MDOT said.
Focus on Fast-Charging Infrastructure
The procurement process is open to proposals covering the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of NEVI-compliant charging facilities.
Projects will be delivered through a Design-Build-Operate-Maintain (DBOM) model, requiring developers to manage the full lifecycle of each charging site.
Under programme requirements, each charging location must include at least four publicly accessible, network-connected DC fast chargers rated at 150 kW.
The chargers must be capable of simultaneously charging four electric vehicles at full power and must remain available to all EV drivers.
Operators selected through the programme will also be responsible for maintaining and operating the stations for at least five years after commissioning.
Expanding Beyond Initial Corridor Requirements
Michigan said it has now achieved what it considers “fully built-out” status under the initial NEVI Alternative Fuel Corridor requirements.
As a result, the third funding round will support projects both within remaining coverage gaps and in additional strategic locations beyond federally designated charging corridors.
The state plans to use the funding to improve charging accessibility, strengthen network reliability, and support a wider range of transportation applications.
Supporting Fleets and Economic Development
In addition to passenger vehicle charging, the programme aims to support medium-duty vehicle applications and commercial fleet electrification.
Michigan also intends to align charging infrastructure investments with broader economic development and tourism objectives while promoting equitable access to charging services across urban and rural communities.
The expansion is expected to strengthen Michigan’s position as a key market for electric mobility while supporting the growing number of electric vehicles operating throughout the state.
Proposal Deadline Set for August
Interested developers must submit proposals by 7 August 2026.
MDOT expects to announce contract awards in October 2026, allowing successful projects to move forward toward construction and eventual public operation.
The latest funding round represents another significant step in Michigan’s effort to build a comprehensive statewide charging network and support the continued adoption of electric vehicles across the region.