What’s Happening: Akima Intra-Data, in partnership with CBRE, has been awarded a design/build and construction Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract by the General Services Administration (GSA) to facilitate the installation of Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) and related infrastructure improvements at federal agency locations across the Western United States.
Why It Matters: This contract supports the recent executive action that set a goal of 100 percent zero-emission vehicle acquisitions by 2035, which includes establishing a zero-emission vehicle refueling infrastructure for the federal fleet. The partnership between Akima and CBRE offers federal agencies a comprehensive, turn-key solution for planning, designing, delivering, and operating secure electric vehicle charging facilities throughout their property portfolios.
Key Points:
- The Akima and CBRE partnership streamlines the EVSE ordering process, providing federal agencies with a single point of contact, competitive pricing, and diverse purchasing classifications.
- Akima’s extensive experience in facility and logistics support for the U.S. government complements CBRE’s national coverage and 116+ years of expertise in real estate asset planning, procurement, delivery, and management services.
- The collaboration aims to support EVSE installation and related infrastructure efforts, addressing 90% of the Fortune 100™ with best-in-class solutions.
- The award marks a significant milestone for CBRE, which has focused on using its global talents, buying power, and service platforms to improve communities and support public missions of sustainability, efficiency, and inclusion.
Bottom Line: The GSA contract awarded to the partnership of Akima Intra-Data and CBRE will help to accelerate the deployment of electric vehicle charging infrastructure at federal agency locations throughout the Western U.S., thereby supporting the executive action’s goal of 100 percent zero-emission vehicle acquisitions by 2035. By combining Akima’s experience in government facility and logistics support with CBRE’s extensive real estate expertise, the partnership aims to deliver comprehensive, turn-key solutions for federal agencies looking to transition to electric vehicle fleets.
