Zero-Emission Freight and Marine Projects
Solicitation is scheduled to open on May 25, 2021.
Up to $34 million is available to eligible projects statewide through a first-come first-served solicitation.
An additional $35 million is expected to be available by mid-2022.
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Eligibility and Key Requirements
The following is a list of eligibility and key program requirements. A complete description of the eligibility requirements, application instructions, evaluation criteria, and other requirements are included in the Guidance document located in the “Resources” section below.
Public agencies and private businesses are eligible to participate in this program.
Eligible projects include:
- scrap and replace forklifts (with >8,000 lbs. lift capacity), airport ground support equipment (GSE) and port cargo handling equipment (CHE) with new zero-emission technologies;
- repower ferries, tugboats, and towboats by scrapping and replacing marine engines with new zero-emission, all-electric or fuel-cell, technologies; and
- install shore power at berths that serve ocean-going vessels.
Key project requirements include:
- For replacement and repower projects, the old equipment must be scrapped (destroyed).
- Funded equipment must be certified, verified, or otherwise approved by the U.S. EPA or CARB for operation in California.
- Funded equipment must be domiciled in and operate in the State of California for the duration of its project life.
- Funding recipients must report annually on operations for at least three years.
Required Supporting Documentation
The following is a partial list of key supporting documentation needed for completing an application. A complete list of all information required to complete the application is included in the Guidance document.
For All Projects:
- Documentation of general and property liability insurance;
- Documentation demonstrating compliance with CARB regulations applicable to all equipment owned by the applicant;
- Itemized quotes/costs for all proposed new equipment and infrastructure; and
- Applicant W-9
Additionally, for Scrap and Replace/Repower Projects
- Photos of existing equipment with engine tag(s);
- Usage records for calendar year 2019;
- CARB Executive Order(s) for the existing engine(s); and
- CARB Executive Order(s) or approval letter for the new engines.
Additionally, for Shore Power Projects
- Photos and an aerial map of the pier, harbor, or area where shore power system will be installed;
- Ownership records showing ownership or guaranteed use of land;
- Berth activity information for calendar year 2019; and
- Estimated Timeline.
Pre-Solicitation Webinar
On Tuesday, May 18, 2021, from 10:00 to 11:00 AM (Pacific Standard Time), a pre-solicitation webinar will be held for the Volkswagen (VW) Environmental Mitigation Trust Zero-Emission Freight and Marine Program. Please join us to learn and ask questions about and provide feedback on the updated program requirements.
The webinars will cover the program requirements, applicant eligibility, project eligibility, and the application process that will be included in the draft Guidance document. Questions may be answered during or after the webinars.
Recordings of the webinars will be posted in the “Resources” section for on-demand viewing.
Application Q&A Webinar
On Thursday, June 3, 2021, a webinar will be held to address questions regarding the program requirements, applicant eligibility, project eligibility, the application process, and how to use the online application system.
Recordings of the webinars will be posted in the “Resources” section for on-demand viewing.
Resources
Resources for solicitation opening May 25, 2021:
- Guidance Document
- Eligibility and Funding Summary Tables
- Online Application User Guide: Video guide to application. Continue watching to view whole guide, or select topic from list at right.
- Questions and Answers (Coming Soon!)
Resources for prior solicitation (closed August 31, 2020):
- Guidance Document
- Eligibility and Funding Summary Table
- Online Application User Guide: Video guide to application. Continue watching to view whole guide, or select topic from list at right.
- Questions and Answers
- August 6, 2020 Pre-Application Webinar
If you have questions about the solicitation, or need assistance using the online grants management system, please email us at CaliforniaVWTrust@baaqmd.gov or call us at 1-844-9VW-FUND.
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