Fiscal Year 2013 Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Grants to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation
Active
- Assistance listing
- 20.323
- Agency
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Federal Railroad Administration
Department of Transportation
- Grant awards
- 34 $424,009,207 in federal obligations
Program facts
- Assistance types
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- Project Grant
- Cooperative Agreement
- Treasury account
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- 69-0704-0-1-401
- More information
Program details come from SAM.gov Assistance Listings. Updated . Grant award figures come from USAspending.gov.
About this program
The Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration has awarded 34 grants totaling $424 million in federal dollars obligated under this program, with the most recent award on September 1, 2023 (CFDA 20.323).
This program provides supplemental disaster assistance to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) pursuant to the Disaster Relief Appropriations Act, 2013 (Public Law No. 113-2), specifically to support efforts to improve resiliency and mitigate potential impacts of future disasters in the Northeast Corridor. Recent funded activities include reconstruction and modernization of electrical substations that serve rail operations—Substation 41 modernization with power-redundant systems to protect against regional blackouts ($21 million, awarded September 2023), Hackensack Substation 42 control-house modernization for increased capacity and reliability ($10.5 million, July 2023), and Long Island City and 1st Avenue generators and waterproofing to strengthen flood protection infrastructure in the East River Tunnels ($23.3 million, June 2020). Earlier awards funded Hudson Yards resiliency projects, track rehabilitation, grade-crossing mitigation, and corridor planning studies across multiple states.
The program operates predominantly through Cooperative Agreements (62 percent of awards, 21 agreements) with a smaller share of Project Grants (38 percent, 13 grants). Award activity clusters in specific periods: five awards in 2013, three in 2012, two in 2014, one in 2020, and two in 2023; award volume has been irregular over the past decade.
The Federal Railroad Administration is the sole funding agency for the program. Recent award magnitudes range from under $1 million to over $49 million, with most recent awards in the $10 million to $25 million range for major Northeast Corridor infrastructure projects.
A current opportunity remains open: the FY24 Northeast Corridor Cooperative Agreement (Solicitation FR-AMT-24-004) offers $215.8 million for capital and debt service through December 31, 2026, with February 14, 2024 as the due date. Applicant eligibility is restricted to entities specified in the solicitation—Amtrak is the stated eligible recipient for all posted opportunities under this program.
Objective and description
- Objective
To provide supplemental assistance to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (AMTRAK) for disaster assistance related to Hurricane Sandy.
- Description
Pursuant to the Disaster Relief Appropriations Act, 2013 (Public Law No. 113-2), the FRA is to make funding available to Amtrak in support of efforts to improve resiliency and mitigate potential impacts of future disasters in the Northeast Corridor.
Eligibility
- Applicant eligibility
As directed by authorizing and appropriating statute, assistance is available only to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation.
- Beneficiary eligibility
Sponsored organization, Other public institution/organization. As directed by authorizing and appropriating statute, assistance is available only to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation.
- Uses of assistance
As specified in individual Grant Opportunity announcements, assistance may be used to fund repair expenses or resiliency projects.
- Length and time phasing of assistance
Length and time phasing of assistance is dependent on the specific appropriating and/or authorizing law governing the grant opportunity. Method of awarding/releasing assistance: Reimbursement.
How to apply
- Preapplication coordination
An environmental impact assessment is required for this program.
- Criteria for selecting proposals
Proposals for projects must support the stated strategic goals of the applicant organization, align with the priorities identified in authorization or appropriation statutes, and of the Secretary of Transportation, and be accompanied by detailed scope, schedule and budget documentation. Quantitative or qualitative justification of project prioritization must be provided.
- Award procedure
FRA reviewed the application package to ensure that all required documents had been submitted and were completed and signed by the appropriate person. Reviewed the statement of work (SOW) and budget to ensure the appropriation language requirements are met. Reviewed SOW for technical issues and budget for appropriate costs, including compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act and related laws and orders. After the application package is acceptable to both parties, a grant agreement is drafted, reviewed, and signed upon agreement by both parties. The applicant submitted the following information: Application for Federal Assistance SF-424; US Department of Transportation Federal Railroad Administration Assurances and Certification forms; Certification Regarding Debarment, suspension, and other Responsibility Matters - Primary Covered Transactions; Certification Regarding Drug-Free Workplace Requirements; Certification Regarding Lobbying; Assurances - Non-Construction Programs, SF 424B or Assurances - Construction, SF424D (whichever is specified in the announcement); Certificate of Indirect Costs; Detailed project descriptions, statement of work, and budgets.
- Time to approval or disapproval
Timing of Approval/Disapproval typically ranged from between 2-6 weeks.
Grant opportunities
| Opportunity | Status | Posted | Applications due |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY24 Northeast Corridor Cooperative Agreement to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation CR2 | Closed | ||
| FY23 Reconstruction of Substation 41 | Closed | ||
| FY23 Hackensack Substation #42 Resiliency Improvements Project ("Sub 42") | Closed | ||
| FY19 River to River Rail Resilience (R4) Project | Closed | ||
| FY13 Hudson Yards Phase II Resiliency and Right-of-Way Preservation | Closed |
Grant awards
Latest 10 of 34 listed here. See the rest on GovTribe.
Top recipients by federal obligations
| Rank | Recipient | Federal obligations | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | National Railroad Passenger Corporation | $309,944,478 | 73% |
| 2 | Department Of Transportation California | $36,951,957 | 9% |
| 3 | Missouri Department Of Transportation | $22,985,770 | 5% |
| 4 | Washington ST Department Of Transportation | $19,875,312 | 5% |
| 5 | California High-Speed Rail Authority | $15,999,995 | 4% |
| 6 | City Of Galesburg | $2,901,559 | 1% |
| 7 | County Of Barron | $2,305,138 | 1% |
| 8 | City Of Tavares | $2,108,374 | <1% |
| 9 | Illinois Department Of Transportation | $1,900,000 | <1% |
| 10 | Texas Department Of Transportation | $1,833,599 | <1% |
10 of 21 recipients listed here. See the rest on GovTribe.
Federal obligations by fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Federal obligations |
|---|---|
| FY2023 | $31,463,791 |
| FY2020 | $13,404,979 |
| FY2018 | -$172,291 |
| FY2015 | $55,247,681 |
| FY2013 | $215,248,000 |
Quick answers
What is Assistance Listing 20.323?
Assistance Listing 20.323 is Fiscal Year 2013 Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Grants to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation, a federal grant program run by Federal Railroad Administration (Department of Transportation).
What is the CFDA number for Fiscal Year 2013 Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Grants to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation?
Its CFDA number is 20.323: Assistance Listing numbers were called CFDA numbers before 2018.
How much funding has Assistance Listing 20.323 awarded?
34 grant awards under 20.323 have obligated $424,009,207 in federal funds to 21 recipients.
Who receives the most funding from 20.323?
The recipients obligated the most under Fiscal Year 2013 Hurricane Sandy Disaster Relief Grants to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation are National Railroad Passenger Corporation ($309,944,478), Department Of Transportation California ($36,951,957) and Missouri Department Of Transportation ($22,985,770).
Are there open grant opportunities under 20.323?
No opportunity listed under 20.323 is open now. The latest, FY24 Northeast Corridor Cooperative Agreement to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation CR2, was posted on January 30, 2024.
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