Nevi award - install direct current fast charging ports for electric vehicles at seven locations along US 64 in nash and edgecombe counties

The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) awarded the North Carolina Department of Transportation $806,500 through the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) Formula Program (CFDA 20.277) on October 28, 2025, to acquire and install direct current (DC) fast charging ports for electric vehicles at seven locations along U.S. Route 64 in Nash and Edgecombe Counties. The project encompasses the complete electrical infrastructure required to support EV charging stations, including conduit, wire, transformers, panel boards, and EV meters installation across these alternate fuel corridor locations.

Beyond the initial installation phase, the awardee is obligated to operate and maintain the charging facility for a minimum of five years, with work scheduled for ultimate completion by September 30, 2031. This award represents NEVI Phase II deployment activity, supporting the program's objective to build a convenient, affordable, and interconnected electric vehicle charging network along the nation's highways and within communities while generating reliable data collection and access protocols.

Project description

National electric vehicle infrastructure (NEVI) contract award to acquire and install direct current (DC) fast charging ports for electric vehicles (EVS) at seven locations along US 64 in nash and edgecombe counties. Location is part of an alternate fuel corridor. Work involves associated electrical infrastructure requirements and improvements, including installation of EV charging stations, conduit, wire, transformers, panel boards, and EV meters. After installation, the company must operate and maintain the charging facility for no less than 5 years.