Competitive Stipulations

Competitive Stipulations. Because funds are limited, applications will be accepted quarterly until allotted funds are expended or the 2017 bond sale deadline. To ensure funds are distributed effectively, applications will first receive an initial eligibility review, and then will be reviewed by a selection committee. This committee will score and rank the applications using the following factors: A. Project Evaluation and Team Experience -- 25 points i. Project staff demonstrated ability to successfully complete project and history of successfully meeting deadlines; ii. The degree to which the project concept demonstrates a sound methodology and approach that ensures all alternative fuel vehicles can be fueled by the alternative fuel; iii. A schedule is in place to complete the work proposed; iv. A policy will be in place to ensure drivers use the designated alternative fuel 75% of the time; v. The degree to which the application consists of eligible activities; and vi. The composition, qualifications and experience of the project team, including previous execution of similar projects. B. Rule 2.10 Economic Impact -- 25 points i. Demonstrates how project will impact or involve community; ii. The project will involve 10 or more vehicles; and iii. Demonstrates an opportunity for other fleets to expand its alternative fuel use. C. Environmental Benefit Points -- 30 Points i. Demonstrates a reduction in environmental emissions: Nitrogen oxide, Carbon Monoxide and other GHGs. a. 15-45% b. 45-79% c. 80-100% ii. Demonstrates a significant amount of petroleum consumption that will be avoided. a. 25% b. 50% c. 75% or more D. Financial Analysis Points -- 20 Points i. The cost-effectiveness of the project; ii. The submission of a feasible, justified project budget, broken down by category; iii. The project’s ability to obtain a positive return on investment over the lifetime of the project; iv. Product warranties; and v. Driver training. E. Project Leveraging – 25 Points i. Although matching is not required, extra points will be awarded to those projects that document leverage contributions in the total project cost. Cost share commitments to the total project from the applicant will be rated on a sliding scale basis as shown below: Amount Leveraged Possible Points 10% to 24% 25% to 49% 50% or greater F. All requested changes and variances from the original application should be made in writing and will be reviewed by MDA on a case-by-case basis.