The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has established minimum standards and requirements for projects funded under the NEVI Formula Program, as defined in 23 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 680. In addition, NEVI Program Interim Final Guidance (released August 2025) serves as the guiding document for Michigan's NEVI program.

MDOT is preparing for another round of applications (Round 3) with the intention of providing every Michigan community the opportunity to access NEVI funds to support the program’s goals of closing geographic gaps, supporting medium-duty vehicles and fleets, improving charger reliability and user experience, promoting equitable access, and aligning charging investments with economic development, tourism and long-term grid considerations. 

• NEVI (Design-Build-Operate-Maintain) - Round 1
  • NEVI Round 1 selection results
• NEVI (Design-Build-Operate-Maintain) - Round 2
  • NEVI Round 2 selection results
• NEVI (Design-Build-Operate-Maintain) - Round 3

Applicants can perform several tasks (at their own cost) to prepare for the submission process. Any costs incurred before a contract is approved are not eligible for reimbursement.

• Michigan's NEVI Round 3 planning map will be updated for interested parties to verify your site is in an eligible location.
• Connect with your utility provider to get a site assessment to determine if power upgrades are necessary and/or if any utility rebates are available. You will need a letter of support from your utility provider to be considered for funding.    
• Begin researching the permitting and inspection process of the local jurisdiction.
• Begin researching charger hardware and software providers.
• Begin identifying Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Training Program (EVITP)-certified electricians (or if an electrician, get EVITP-certified)
• Begin forming your team. Not sure where to start? Check out our EV Infrastructure Project Partners directory to identify partners with services to meet your needs/broadcast your own services.

MDOT is pleased to announce a significant milestone in Michigan’s journey toward a cleaner transportation future. The FHWA has officially approved Michigan’s FY 2026 Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Deployment (EVID) Plan, as well as our state’s “fully built out” (FBO) certification request under the NEVI Program, which allocates $106 million to Michigan for the deployment of EV charging infrastructure.

The plan was spearheaded by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE); the Michigan Department of Labor and Economic Opportunity (LEO); the Office of Future Mobility and Electrification (OFME); MDOT; and the Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC), with support from many other agencies.

• FY 2026 Michigan State Plan for EVID
• FY 2024 Michigan State Plan for EVID
• FY 2023 Michigan State Plan for EVID
• FY 2022 Michigan State Plan for EVID