Municipal charging
infrastructure concepts and tender support

Strategically plan and effectively tender municipal charging infrastructure

From idea to tender – structured, strategic, and aligned with funding requirements

Municipal charging infrastructure projects are often under pressure: Requirements are increasing, funding deadlines are tight, technology selection is complex – and many municipalities lack the capacity or expertise for a legally compliant and economically viable tender.

M3E supports you precisely at this interface . We combine technical feasibility with strategic planning and accompany you step by step to a tender-ready project – manufacturer- and operator-neutral and with a view to eligibility for funding, grid connection and the subsequent implementation, which we are happy to support.

Planning, testing, designing – your advantages at a glance

Realistic planning and tendering based on technical and economic feasibility

Manufacturer- and operator-neutral design of your charging infrastructure

Identification of suitable areas, network connections and operating scenarios

Tender preparation: including specifications and tender documents

Eligible project structuring (including optional funding advice)

Close coordination with construction companies, network operators, administration and funding agencies

Charging infrastructure concepts and tender support in detail

Our planning and support cover the entire process – from the initial idea to the finished tender documents:

Feasibility study & needs analysis

Evaluation of existing locations, network connections and usage scenarios
Analysis of existing charging points and expansion potential
Target definition for charging capacity, usage profile, investment framework

Concept & Economic Feasibility Study

Technical planning of the charging infrastructure (AC/DC, operating models, network strategy)
Cost estimate, TCO assessment and funding options
Consideration of operator, ownership and operating models, taking into account the concession model.

Preparation and execution of the tender

Preparation of specifications, award criteria and evaluation matrix
Minimum technical requirements and permissible tolerances
Support for bidder communication, evaluation and selection

From planning to awarding contracts – for municipal and institutional decision-makers

Our charging infrastructure concepts and tender management are aimed at institutions and project sponsors who want to strategically develop and legally award public charging infrastructure contracts:

Municipalities, districts and public utilities that want to use funding and implement charging projects
Administrations and special-purpose associations that develop cross-regional charging infrastructure
Property owners with public charging options who wish to have the technical and economic viability assessed

From planning to awarding contracts – for municipal and institutional decision-maker

Our charging infrastructure concepts and tender management are aimed at institutions and project sponsors who want to strategically develop and legally award public charging infrastructure contracts:

Municipalities, districts and public utilities that want to use funding and implement charging projects
Administrations and special-purpose associations that develop cross-regional charging infrastructure
Property owners with public charging options who wish to have the technical and economic viability assessed

Whitepaper for municipalities: Strategically expanding charging infrastructure

Our free white paper “Charging Infrastructure – A Guide for Municipalities” shows how public charging points can be planned and implemented efficiently, legally and in a way that qualifies for funding, including site selection, operator models and step-by-step instructions.

M3E Public Charging Infrastructure Planning

What services does M3E provide in the context of charging infrastructure planning and tender support?

We accompany the entire process – from needs analysis and feasibility assessment to technical planning, preparation of tender documents suitable for award, and tender support.

Is the consultation manufacturer-neutral?

Yes. Our concepts are completely independent of manufacturers and operators. We evaluate technologies objectively and develop exclusively needs- and usage-oriented recommendations that always keep cost-effectiveness in mind.

For which projects is LIS planning and tender support suitable?

For all projects where public charging infrastructure is to be planned and awarded in a legally compliant manner – for example in municipalities, public utilities or network structures.

Can M3E also check eligibility for funding?

Yes. Upon request, we will review suitable funding programs, integrate funding principles into the concept, and provide support during the application process.

How quickly can a tender be implemented?

The project duration depends on the scope. A complete planning and tendering process typically takes several weeks to months.

Does M3E also support tenders using the concession model?

Yes. We also support tenders under the concession model, where the operation and financing of the charging infrastructure are handled by third parties. We assist with the selection of suitable models, the preparation of tender documents, and the evaluation of incoming bids – always in a legally compliant, eligible-for-funding manner and strategically aligned with the respective municipal objectives.

Municipal charging infrastructure concepts and tender support