FY26-Supp #1-Northeast Corridor Cooperative Agreement to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation
Closed Posted
- Opportunity number
- FR-AMT-26-006
- Agency
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Federal Railroad Administration
Department of Transportation
- Applications due
- Award size
- Up to $461,187,434
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 help@grantsolutions.gov (866) 577-0771
- Full announcement
Opportunity details come from Grants.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) is soliciting a cooperative agreement with the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) to fund capital and debt service expenses for Northeast Corridor and National Network operations through January 31, 2029. Applicants must submit a comprehensive application package including the SF-424 form, a detailed Statement of Work, projected operating and capital costs compared to prior fiscal year performance, capital project descriptions with cost estimates and timelines, documentation of safety culture improvements, and required assurances and certification forms. The FRA will evaluate submissions based on alignment with strategic organizational goals, compliance with authorization and appropriation statutes, adherence to Secretary of Transportation priorities, and appropriate cost justification with detailed scope and budget documentation. Environmental clearance is required for all capital components of the project. The application deadline is April 30, 2026, with typical FRA approval timelines ranging from 2 to 6 weeks following submission.
The FY2026 Consolidated Appropriations Act allocates $461,187,434 to support Amtrak's capital and debt service activities, with funds available for use through January 31, 2029, or until expended. This funding encompasses both Northeast Corridor activities including train services and infrastructure, as well as National Network activities covering state-supported and long-distance routes. Performance will occur across Amtrak's entire national rail network, with specific emphasis on the Northeast Corridor and various state-supported routes. The applicant must maintain detailed records and documentation for three years following grant closeout in compliance with 2 CFR Part 200 audit requirements.
Synopsis
Pursuant to the FY2026 Consolidated Appropriations Act, Pub. L. 119-75, the Federal Railroad Administration is to make available to Amtrak $461,187,434 to cover 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 Program (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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