FY26-Northeast Corridor IIJA Supplemental Cooperative Agreement to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation
Closed Posted
- Opportunity number
- FR-AMT-26-001
- Agency
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Federal Railroad Administration
Department of Transportation
- Applications due
- Award size
- Up to $1,189,000,000
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 Amtrak for Fiscal Year 2026 Northeast Corridor infrastructure and rolling stock improvements, pursuant to the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act. The grant opportunity focuses on funding activities including rolling stock acquisition, facilities upgrades, capital renewal of backlogged projects, and bringing Amtrak-served stations into full Americans with Disabilities Act compliance. Applicants must submit a comprehensive application package including SF-424 forms, a detailed Statement of Work, and signed U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration Assurances and Certification forms. Key evaluation criteria will include alignment with strategic goals, project prioritization justification, and detailed scope and budget documentation. The application must be electronically submitted by November 18, 2025, with an anticipated review and approval timeline of 2-6 weeks.
The total funding available for this opportunity is $1,189,000,000, specifically allocated for Northeast Corridor improvements and eligible supplemental funding uses. Performance locations will be concentrated along the Northeast Corridor, with a focus on infrastructure modernization, safety enhancements, and operational efficiency. The grant allows for using funds as a non-federal match for additional corridor projects selected under 49 U.S.C. 24911(f). Amtrak is the sole eligible applicant for this funding opportunity, and the project is expected to support capital investments and operational improvements throughout the fiscal year. Environmental clearance will be 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 Public Law 117-58 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (Nov. 15, 2021) - The Federal Railroad Administration is to make available to Amtrak $1,189,000,000 in FY26 supplemental funding to fund activities related to Northeast Corridor rolling stock acquisition and facilities; on-corridor sole benefit deferred capital work, capital renewal of backlogged projects and activities undertaken to bring Amtrak -served stations into full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act; and other eligible uses of IIJA Supplemental Funding such as use of grant funds as the non-federal share or match for projects on the Northeast Corridor selected for award under 49 U.S.C. 24911(f) after the date of enactment of IIJA. In order to receive these funds, Amtrak must complete the grant application and submit the following items electronically: Application for Federal Assistance SF-424; SF 424B Assurances Non-Construction Programs; SF 424D Assurances Construction Programs; Statement of Work and 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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