Opportunity Information: Apply for FR AMT 18 008
The FY2018 Supplemental National Network Grant to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) is a discretionary federal funding opportunity issued by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), under Funding Opportunity Number FR AMT 18 008 (CFDA 20.315). It was created on February 26, 2018, with an original closing date of March 19, 2018. The award is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning FRA would provide funding along with federal oversight and coordination consistent with how these rail support grants are typically administered.
This grant makes up to $135,622,328 available to Amtrak under the Further Extension of Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018 (Public Law 115-123). The funding is intended to support three main cost areas tied to Amtrak's National Network: capital expenses, debt service, and compliance-related costs under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Within the total amount, $5,254,285 is specifically identified for ADA expenses. The availability of these supplemental funds is time-limited, extending until March 23, 2018, or until the enactment of the applicable full-year FY2018 appropriations law, whichever occurs first, reflecting the stopgap nature of continuing appropriations.
Eligibility is restricted to a single applicant: Amtrak is the only entity permitted to apply for and receive this funding. To access the funds, Amtrak must submit a completed grant application package electronically. The required submission includes the standard federal assistance application form SF-424, along with SF-424B (Assurances for Non-Construction Programs) and SF-424D (Assurances for Construction Programs). Amtrak must also provide a Statement of Work describing the activities and intended use of the funds, and it must submit signed copies of the U.S. DOT/FRA Assurances and Certifications forms, which are referenced through an FRA-hosted document link. The opportunity listing does not indicate multiple expected awards, reinforcing that the grant is designed as a targeted supplemental allocation to Amtrak rather than a competitive program open to other rail operators or public agencies.Apply for FR AMT 18 008
- The DOT - Federal Railroad Administration in the transportation sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY2018 Supplemental National Network Grant to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 20.315.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2018-02-26.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2018-03-19. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $135,622,328.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others.
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FY2018 Supplemental National Network Grant to Amtrak (FR AMT 18 008) - FAQs
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled the FY2018 Supplemental National Network Grant to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak).
Which federal agency is offering this funding?
The funding is offered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
Is this a competitive grant open to multiple applicants?
No. Eligibility is limited to a single applicant, and the listing does not indicate multiple expected awards. It is a targeted supplemental allocation rather than an open, competitive program.
Who is eligible to apply?
Only the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) is eligible to apply for and receive this funding.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this grant?
The Funding Opportunity Number is FR AMT 18 008.
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number is 20.315.
What type of federal award instrument is used?
The award is structured as a cooperative agreement, meaning FRA would provide funding along with federal oversight and coordination consistent with how these rail support grants are typically administered.
How much funding is available under this opportunity?
Up to $135,622,328 is made available to Amtrak under this supplemental funding opportunity.
What is the legal authority or appropriations basis for this funding?
The funds are made available under the Further Extension of Continuing Appropriations Act, 2018 (Public Law 115-123).
What is the funding intended to support?
The funding is intended to support three main cost areas tied to Amtrak's National Network: capital expenses, debt service, and compliance-related costs under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Is any amount specifically set aside for ADA-related costs?
Yes. Within the total, $5,254,285 is specifically identified for ADA expenses.
When was this grant opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on February 26, 2018.
What was the original closing date for applications?
The original closing date was March 19, 2018.
Is the availability of these supplemental funds time-limited?
Yes. The availability is time-limited, extending until March 23, 2018, or until the enactment of the applicable full-year FY2018 appropriations law, whichever occurs first.
Why is the funding availability described as time-limited?
The listing notes this reflects the stopgap nature of continuing appropriations, meaning the funds are available only for a limited window under the continuing appropriations framework.
How must the application be submitted?
Amtrak must submit a completed grant application package electronically.
What standard federal forms are required for the application package?
The package must include SF-424, SF-424B (Assurances for Non-Construction Programs), and SF-424D (Assurances for Construction Programs).
Is a project narrative or work description required?
Yes. Amtrak must provide a Statement of Work describing the activities and intended use of the funds.
Are any FRA-specific assurances and certifications required?
Yes. Amtrak must submit signed copies of the U.S. DOT/FRA Assurances and Certifications forms referenced through an FRA-hosted document link.
Does the listing suggest there will be multiple awards?
No. The opportunity listing does not indicate multiple expected awards, which aligns with the fact that only Amtrak is eligible and the funding is a supplemental allocation.
What part of Amtrak does this funding relate to?
The funding is tied to Amtrak's National Network and is intended to support associated capital, debt service, and ADA compliance-related costs.
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