FY21-24 Restoration and Enhancement Grant Program
ID: 355408Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

DOT - Federal Railroad Administration (DOT-FRA)

Award Range

$0 - $154M

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Transportation

Funding Instrument

Grant

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/355408

Additional Information

https://www.grantsolutions.gov/gs/preaward/previewPublicAnnouncement.do?id=111920
Timeline
    Description

    The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is offering the FY21-24 Restoration and Enhancement Grant Program, aimed at supporting intercity rail services in transitioning from startup phases to operational stability. This program, funded primarily through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, seeks to enhance the viability and sustainability of intercity passenger rail operations, with a total funding amount of approximately $153.8 million available for eligible applicants, which include states, rail carriers, and federally recognized tribes. Applications are due by September 30, 2024, and the program features a structured funding reduction over six years, ultimately covering 30% of projected net operating costs by the sixth year. For further details, applicants can contact the Grants.gov Customer Support at 1-800-518-4726 or visit the program's webpage for additional information.

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    Files
    Title
    Posted
    Notice
    Notice.pdf
    The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) has requested the reinstatement of the Highway Performance Monitoring System (HPMS) data collection, vital for managing transportation decisions and assessing highway performance in the U.S. The information aids FHWA and Congress in evaluating the efficacy of the Federal-aid highway program. Respondents include state governments, with an expected annual burden of 104,520 hours across all states. Comments are invited until August 14, 2024. Additionally, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) announces a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) under the Restoration and Enhancement Grant Program for FY 2021–2024. This program, funded primarily through the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, aims to support intercity rail services transitioning from startup to operational stability. Total funding available is approximately $153.8 million, with applications due by September 30, 2024. Eligible applicants include states, rail carriers, and tribal entities, aiming to enhance service viability and sustain intercity passenger rail operations. The program provides a structured funding reduction over six years, reaching 30% of projected net operating costs by the sixth year. Detailed application guidelines and criteria reflect the FRA’s commitment to advancing sustainability, equity, and safety in rail services.
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