Medium- and Heavy-Duty Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Programs in Oregon

Latest updates - September 2026

The Oregon Department of Transportation requests information from interested parties to determine the market readiness, technical feasibility, project maturity, and long-term demand for one public medium- and heavy-duty hydrogen refueling station on Interstate 5.
How to provide information: Complete ODOT's online survey by Wednesday, November 4^th, 2026.
We created an Updated Summary of Changes and Frequently Asked Questions document.
We opened a grant opportunity Aug. 5 for three medium- and heavy-duty EV charging stations; two on Interstate-5 and one station on I-84. Applications are due Oct. 30, 2026.

2026 grant opportunity: How to apply

Step 1: Download and review the following documents

ODOT Notice of Funding Opportunity Medium- and Heavy-Duty Charging Infrastructure

Attachment 1 – Technical Specifications and Requirements for Operation

Attachment 2 – Scope of Work and Deliverables

Attachment 3 – Cost Proposal

Attachment 4 – FHWA Form 1273

Attachment 5 – Conflict of Interest and Disclosure Form

Attachment 6 – ODOT Affidavit of Non-Collusion

Step 2: Register for a Unique Entity Identifier

A Unique Entity Identifier is required to receive federal funds and is issued by Federal Contracting Services. If you do not already have a UEI, visit the Federal Contracting Services website and follow instructions for the “Start SAM Registration” option.

Step 3: Complete and submit your application online

Access the online application tool via Cognito Forms.

Complete all required sections in the online application. Applicants will only submit one application, including as many proposed sites as desired for each road. Please read the instructions in the application carefully before submitting.

Our online application tool allows you to save your work and return to it later. All submissions are final. Application deadline: Oct. 30, 2026

More information about the federal funding programs for medium- and heavy-duty vehicle charging and refueling infrastructure

Charging and Fueling Infrastructure grant program

The Charging and Fueling Infrastructure program is a federal competitive grant program that provides $2.5 billion to support infrastructure for “alternative” fuels like electricity and hydrogen. The funding comes from the 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

ODOT, along with the Washington and California transportation departments, won a $102 million grant from the program in 2024.

Of that funding, ODOT received $21.1 million for medium- and heavy-duty refueling infrastructure: Two EV charging stations and one hydrogen refueling station on Interstate 5.

Carbon Reduction Program

The Carbon Reduction Program is a federal program that provides over $6 billion for transportation projects that reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The funding comes from the 2021 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law.

Oregon is set to receive $82 million over five years (2022-2026) from the program. Of that funding, ODOT designated $4.3 million for medium- and heavy-duty refueling infrastructure. The money will fund one public medium- and heavy-duty EV charging station on Interstate 84 under the 2026 grant opportunity.

Federal requirements for medium- and heavy-duty EV charging stations

The Federal Highway Administration has several requirements for public EV charging stations that receive federal funds. You can read the full list of requirements on the Code of Federal Regulations website. Select requirements include:

Each station must have at least four charging ports.
Stations must be working at least 97% of the time.
Standardized payment methods.
Real-time information on location, pricing, and availability.
Accessible to people of all abilities.

April 2026 - ODOT is hosted a webinar and listening session about the funding opportunity on April 22.

March 2026 - We issued a draft document for a grant funding opportunity for public medium- and heavy-duty EV charging stations on Interstates 5 and 84.

Program information: MHDZEV@odot.oregon.gov

Media: Matt Noble 503-779-9868