FY26 National Network Cooperative Agreement to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation
Closed Posted
- Opportunity number
- FR-AMT-26-004
- Agency
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Federal Railroad Administration
Department of Transportation
- Applications due
- Award size
- Up to $427,739,036
Opportunity facts
- Assistance listings
- Funding instrument
- Cooperative Agreement
- Category
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- Transportation
- Eligible applicants
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- Other
- Points of contact
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- GrantSolutions Help Desk helpdesk@grantsolutions.gov (866) 577-0771
- Full announcement
Opportunity details come from Grants.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is seeking a cooperative agreement with the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) for fiscal year 2026 transportation funding. The grant opportunity aims to provide comprehensive financial assistance for operating, capital, and debt service expenses related to intercity passenger rail services. Applicants must submit a detailed application package including an SF-424 form, Statement of Work, projected operating and capital cost descriptions, capital project details, safety culture improvement status, and various assurance and certification documents. Evaluation criteria will focus on alignment with strategic goals, prioritization justification, and compliance with FAST Act requirements, particularly section 11202. The application deadline is January 8, 2026, with an expected review and approval timeline of 2-6 weeks.
The grant opportunity provides $427,739,036 in funding available until January 31, 2029, or until fully expended. The funding will support Amtrak's Northeast Corridor and National Network activities, including state-supported and long-distance routes. Performance locations encompass Amtrak's entire national rail network, with a focus on infrastructure modernization, safety improvements, and operational efficiency. Projects may include rolling stock acquisition, facility upgrades, deferred capital work, and Americans with Disabilities Act compliance efforts. Environmental clearance is required for the capital portion of the program, and Amtrak must retain project-related documentation for three years following the grant agreement.
Synopsis
Pursuant to the FY2026 Continuing Appropriations, Agriculture, Leg. Branch and Extensions Act, Pub. L. 119-37, the Federal Railroad Administration is to make available to Amtrak $427,739,036 to cover Operating, Capital, and Debt Service which will be used until January 31, 2029, or until expended. In order to receive these funds, Amtrak must complete the grant application and submit the following items electronically: (a) Application for Federal Assistance SF-424; (b) Statement of Work, (c) A description of the projected operating and capital costs for the upcoming fiscal year for Northeast Corridor activities, including train services and infrastructure, and National Network activities, including State-supported routes and long-distance routes, in comparison to prior fiscal year actual financial performance; (d) A description of the capital projects to be funded, with cost estimates and an estimated timetable for completion of the projects covered by the request; (e) a description of the status of efforts to improve Amtrak's safety culture; (f) SF-424B Assurances Non-Construction Programs; (g) SF- 424D Assurances Construction Programs; and (h) Signed copies of the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration Assurances and Certification forms (http://www.fra.dot.gov/downloads/admin/assurancesandcertifications.pdf).
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