AGENDA NO. 9
Proposal:
Execute a Cost-Shared Contract to Provide Technical Information Relating to EV Infrastructure
Synopsis:
The California Electric Transportation Coalition (Cal ETC) has proposed to supply the AQMD with technical information regarding the development and implementation of EV infrastructure standards. These include state building codes, emergency-response standards, and charging hardware standards. These all relate to the upcoming introduction of EVs in the Basin by the major automotive manufacturers. The total cost for this contract is $90,000; the AQMD cost-share will not exceed $30,000.
Committee:
Technology, April 10, 1996, Recommended for Approval
Recommended Action:
Authorize the Chairman to execute a contract with the California Electric Transportation Coalition to provide technical information relating to EV infrastructure for an amount not exceed $30,000
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James M. Lents, Ph.D.
Executive Officer
CSL:ARA:MXB
Background
The AQMP calls for the accelerated introduction of zero-emission EVs as an air-quality attainment strategy. ARB regulations governing new-vehicle manufacturers require the production and sale of EVs in California. These regulations will result in the production and sales of General Motors' EV1 beginning this year. Other manufacturers are also planning to introduce EVs over the next few years.
EVs are much different than conventional vehicles, and the infrastructure to recharge, maintain, provide emergency service, garage and support such vehicles is new. In cooperation with the automotive manufacturers, various technical committees in California and the nation are developing standards to support the introduction of EVs. As various local, state and federal incentives are now available to encourage the early introduction and purchase of EVs, there is a critical need to quickly develop and disseminate EV infrastructure requirements. Expanding the available infrastructure will make EVs more marketable, thereby enhancing their penetration into the transportation mix.
Proposal
Cal ETC has proposed to supply the AQMD with an ongoing status of developing EV-infrastructure standards, their impacted institutions, and final copies of these standards when they are adopted. Cal ETC will accomplish this by providing information on, but not limited to, the following EV issues: building codes, recharging hardware and standards, recharging power quality requirements, emergency-response standards, Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, and National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration decisions. In partnership with various utilities and communities, the AQMD can then disseminate and promote the implementation of these EV standards.
This proposed project is included in the Technology Advancement Plan for Clean Fuels Program as Project TT-01, "Assessment of Advanced Technologies and Information Dissemination." The are no expected emission benefits of this project during its duration. The project goal is to obtain information for dissemination and establishment of EV infrastructure. If successful, EVs will be able to proliferate in Southern California with commensurate emission benefits.
Sole Source Justification
Section II, Step 3(C) of the Consultant Selection Policy and Procedure, identifies four provisions under which the Executive Officer may award a sole-source bid: (1) cost to prepare documents exceeds cost for consultant; (2) delay would result in the endangerment of public health; (3) services are only available from sole-source; and (4) other circumstances exist identifying sole-source as in the best interests of the AQMD. This request for sole-source award is made under provision (4). A sole-source contract with the Cal ETC is in the best interest of the AQMD.
Cal ETC, a nonprofit tax exempt corporation, was established in 1991 to promote the development and commercialization of electric transportation in California. Its members include utilities, EV component manufacturers, and advanced battery developers, and is associated on the national level with the Electric Transportation Coalition. Cal ETC acts as an advocate and resource for its members to advance EV market development and education, vehicle technology research, building code development and charging standard development. Its members are active in the development of electric transportation-related legislation. Cal ETC participates in Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) technical standards committees to further the development of EV infrastructure. It works with state agencies such as ARB and the California Energy Commission, and local governments to ensure coordination of efforts to develop EV commercialization.
Cal ETC is uniquely situated to obtain information related to EV infrastructure standards. Because of its associations with utilities, EV component and battery manufacturers, technical organizations, and federal, state and local government agencies, Cal ETC has access to a breadth of EV-related information needed to efficiently and effectively design and promote EV infrastructure development in the Basin.
Cal ETC encourages the participation of minority-owned, women-owned, and disabled veteran-owned business enterprises in their programs to the maximum extent possible to ensure efficient performance and to comply with contract requirements and applicable laws. Although no requirements for subcontracted efforts have been identified at this time, qualified subcontractors will be sought as needed.
Resource Impacts
Total estimated cost of this project is approximately $90,000; cost to the AQMD will not exceed $30,000. The funding breakdown is as follows:
| Cash | In-Kind | Total | |
| Cal ETC member utilities | $45,000 | $15,000 | $60,000 |
| AQMD | 30,000 | --------- | 30,000 |
| Total | $75,000 | $15,000 | $90,000 |
Sufficient funding for this contract is available in the FY 1995-96 Budget.
BD13:5-96F