FY24 Northeast Corridor IIJA Supplemental Cooperative Agreement to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation
ID: 352444Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

DOT - Federal Railroad Administration (DOT-FRA)

Award Range

$0 - $1B

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Transportation

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/352444

Additional Information

https://www.grantsolutions.gov/gs/preaward/previewPublicAnnouncement.do?id=110459
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration is offering a cooperative agreement for the FY24 Northeast Corridor IIJA Supplemental funding, specifically aimed at the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak). This funding, totaling $1,189,000,000, is designated for various activities including the acquisition of rolling stock, deferred capital work, and ensuring compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act at Amtrak-served stations. The opportunity is critical for enhancing transportation infrastructure along the Northeast Corridor, with Amtrak being the sole eligible applicant required to submit a comprehensive grant application by February 28, 2024. For further assistance, applicants can reach out to the GrantSolutions Help Desk via email at help@grantsolutions.gov or by phone at 1.866.577.0771.

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