The document summarizes Colorado's request for applications to develop and operate new electric vehicle charging station plazas in and around Denver. It outlines a public-private partnership where the state will provide up to $2 million (80%) for projects and private partners will contribute a minimum of $500,000 (20%). Applications are due by September 30, 2020 and plazas must be operational by Fall 2021. Requirements for plazas include a minimum of two fast chargers, lighting, signage, shelter, restrooms, and WiFi/cell service. Preferred amenities include vending machines and access to full-service facilities. Partnerships with local governments, utilities, construction firms, and EV organizations are encouraged.

1. Colorado EV Plaza PPP
A summary of the requirements

2. Overview
 Colorado has a “Request for Application” on the street
 To develop and operate new EV charging station plazas
in and around Denver
 Applications are due September 30, 2020
 Plazas must be completed and operational within 12
months of contract execution, by Fall 2021

3. PPP
 A 5-year Public Private Partnership and contract with
the State of Colorado
 Private: 20% $500k
 State/Public 80%: up to $2 M

4. Required Location
Denver Airport
CellPhone
Waiting Lot

5. Plaza
Requirements
 locations that have a reasonable level of public activity
 at least two and no more than eight DCF chargers
 onsite station operator or a toll-free telephone number
 dusk-to-dawn area lighting
 comprehensive directional signage
 shelter for inclement weather
 restrooms that are open during the business hours of
the proposed site host
 wi-fi and/or cellular service

6. Preferences
 supply basic amenities such as vending machines.
 access to full-service amenities within a short walking
distance
 designed in a way that allows for future upgrades to a
charging capacity of at least 350 kW/dispense
 future-proofing strategies such as larger or additional
concrete pads, transformers
 collaborate with local governments including cities

7. Partnerships
 xcel energy - electric vehicle supply infrastructure
program
 outreach agency – ZoZo Group
 construction company
 plaza design engineer/architect
 land owner- letters of intent, MOUs for land/parcels
 city of Denver
 charging station manufactures/resellers
 solar panel supplier

8. LinktotheRFA
 The application, requirements, and details for CDOT
signage are on this page:
https://energyoffice.colorado.gov/zero-emission-
vehicles/electric-vehicle-direct-current-fast-charging-
plazas-program

9. LaSheita
Sayer  Principal – ZoZo Group, a Denver based outreach and
public involvement agency
 Founder – Women who charge
 Member – Denver electric vehicle council
 We would make a great partner!