Grant Details

General Overview

Grant Name and Funding Organization

Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Facility - Unit Contributions

European Commission

Total Funding Amount and Duration

Total indicative budget: EUR 780 million

Funding period: 2024-2025

Primary Objective and Mission Statement

Support the deployment of alternative fuel supply infrastructure

Contribute to decarbonizing transport along the TEN-T network

Key Stakeholders and Beneficiaries

Transport sector stakeholders

Organizations involved in alternative fuel infrastructure

Grant Program Context and History

Part of the broader CEF Transport program

Focus on sustainable transport solutions

Funding Source and Type

European Union funding

Grants for infrastructure projects

Significance within Funding Landscape

Addresses critical infrastructure needs for alternative fuels

Supports EU's climate goals

Grant Frequency

Multiple cut-off dates for submissions

Organizational Aspects

Eligible Organization Types

Public authorities

Private companies

NGOs

Research institutions

Specific Qualifications and Certifications Needed

Not specified

Organizational Size and Capacity Requirements

Not specified

Geographic Location Requirements

Eligible countries are described in section 6 of the call document

Track Record and Experience Requirements

Not specified

Partnership or Consortium Requirements

Not specified

Organizational Structure Preferences

Not specified

Inclusivity and Diversity Considerations

Not specified

Previous Relationship with Funder Considerations

Not specified

Organizational Maturity Requirements

Not specified

Scope and Focus

Primary Focus Areas and Priorities

Deployment of alternative fuel infrastructure

Decarbonization of transport

Target Sectors and Themes

Transport sector

Alternative fuels

Target Beneficiaries and Stakeholders

Transport operators

Infrastructure developers

Geographic Coverage Requirements

TEN-T network areas

Scope Limitations and Exclusions

Costs related to vehicles are not eligible

Expected Outcomes and Deliverables

Increased availability of alternative fuel infrastructure

Alignment Requirements with Funder Priorities

Projects must align with EU transport and climate policies

Impact Expectations

Social, economic, and environmental benefits from reduced emissions

Project Scale Requirements

Not specified

Sustainability Expectations

Long-term viability of infrastructure projects

Technical Details

Technical Expertise Requirements

Not specified

Infrastructure Requirements

Electricity recharging infrastructure for vehicles

Team Composition and Qualification Requirements

Not specified

Research Methodology Requirements

Not specified

Quality Standards and Expectations

Not specified

Technical Documentation Requirements

Not specified

Risk Management Expectations

Not specified

Intellectual Property Policies

Not specified

Technology Specifications

Minimum power output of 150kW for light-duty and 350kW for heavy-duty vehicles

Technical Partnerships Expectations

Not specified

Security and Data Protection Requirements

Not specified

Technical Compliance Standards

Not specified

Financial Structure

Budget Range and Limitations

Total budget: EUR 780 million

Eligible and Ineligible Costs

Costs related to vehicles are not eligible

Matching Fund Requirements and Percentages

Not specified

Co-financing Requirements

Not specified

Payment Schedule and Mechanisms

Not specified

Financial Reporting Requirements

Not specified

Audit Requirements

Not specified

Financial Sustainability Expectations

Not specified

Cost-sharing Structures

Not specified

Indirect Cost Policies

Not specified

Budget Flexibility Parameters

Not specified

Financial Guarantees Required

Not specified

Timeline and Implementation

Application Deadlines and Submission Windows

Multiple cut-off dates: 24 September 2024, 11 June 2025, 4 March 2026

Grant Duration Parameters

Funding period: 2024-2025

Implementation Timeline Expectations

Not specified

Reporting Schedule and Frequency

Not specified

Key Milestones and Deliverables Timeline

Not specified

Monitoring and Evaluation Requirements

Not specified

Implementation Phases Requirements

Not specified

Extension Possibilities

Not specified

Project Planning Requirements

Not specified

Progress Tracking Mechanisms

Not specified

Post-grant Period Expectations

Not specified

Compliance and Requirements

Regulatory Compliance Requirements

Not specified

Required Permits and Authorizations

Not specified

Data Protection and Privacy Regulations

Not specified

Environmental Compliance Requirements

Not specified

Ethical Standards and Requirements

Not specified

International Collaboration Regulations

Not specified

Industry-specific Regulatory Compliance

Not specified

Labor Standards Compliance

Not specified

Tax Implications and Requirements

Not specified

Reporting Compliance Requirements

Not specified

Accessibility and Inclusion Standards

Not specified

Legal Framework Compliance

Not specified

Application Process

Required Documentation and Materials

Application form (Part A and B)

Calculator (CEF-T UN AFIF-EVRI)

Timetable (Gantt Chart)

Letter of support (MS agreement)

Environmental compliance file

Financial approval letter (IP)

Financial approval letter (non-IP)

Simplified CBA calculator (CEF-T)

Application Procedure and Steps

Proposals must be submitted using the forms provided inside the Submission System

Evaluation Criteria and Scoring System

Described in section 9 of the call document

Review Process and Timeline

Evaluation results expected in Q1 2025

Selection Criteria and Priorities

Described in section 9 of the call document

Pre-application Requirements

Not specified

Submission Format and Platform

Submission through the Funding & Tenders Portal

Supporting Materials Required

As specified in the application documentation

Interview or Presentation Requirements

Not specified

Application Assistance Availability

Contact [email protected] for help

Resubmission Policies

Not specified

Special Considerations

Unique Aspects or Requirements

Electric charging in public bus depots is now eligible for funding

Potential Challenges or Limitations

Not specified

Strategic Alignment Opportunities

Aligns with EU's climate and transport policies

Competitive Advantages Factors

Not specified

Cross-cutting Themes

Sustainability and decarbonization

Innovation Requirements or Preferences

Not specified

Research Component Requirements

Not specified

Risk Tolerance and Mitigation Expectations

Not specified

Cultural and Contextual Considerations

Not specified

Knowledge Sharing Expectations

Not specified

Previous Funding Patterns

Historical Grant Recipients Profile

Not specified

Success Rate Statistics

Not specified

Grant Size Trends

Not specified

Recurring Grantee Patterns

Not specified

Geographic Distribution Patterns

Not specified

Sector Concentration Patterns

Not specified

Emerging Priority Areas

Not specified

Changes in Funding Criteria Over Time

Not specified

Success Stories and Case Studies

Not specified

Lessons Learned from Previous Cycles

Not specified