FY24 National Network Cooperative Agreement to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation
ID: 353248Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

DOT - Federal Railroad Administration (DOT-FRA)

Award Range

$0 - $159M

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/353248

Additional Information

https://www.grantsolutions.gov/gs/preaward/previewPublicAnnouncement.do?id=110865
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration is offering a cooperative agreement for the FY24 National Network Cooperative Agreement to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak). This funding opportunity, amounting to $158,943,986, is intended to support Amtrak's operating, capital, and debt service needs until December 31, 2026, or until the funds are fully expended. The grant application requires Amtrak to submit various documents, including a statement of work and detailed financial projections for both Northeast Corridor and National Network activities. Interested applicants must ensure their submissions are completed by the close date of April 10, 2024, and can reach out to the GrantSolutions Help Desk at help@grantsolutions.gov for assistance.

    Point(s) of Contact
    help@grantsolutions.gov
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