[DOT - Federal Railroad Administration](https://railroads.dot.gov/)

November 15, 2025

$1,666,279 total | One award expected | Cost sharing required

Funds projects to improve the safety, efficiency, and reliability of intercity passenger and freight rail.

Only the City of Belvidere, IL is eligible to apply.

--- ## Description This program, administered by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), provides funding under the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure & Safety Improvements (CRISI) initiative. The focus is on enhancing the safety, efficiency, and reliability of intercity passenger and freight rail systems. The FY24 Congressionally Directed opportunity is specifically designated for the City of Belvidere, Illinois, supporting targeted rail infrastructure projects within the city. --- ## Due Dates - Application deadline: November 15, 2025, 5:00 PM Eastern Time --- ## Funding Amount - Total available funding: $1,666,279 - Award ceiling: $1,666,279 - Award floor: $0 - Expected number of awards: 1 - Cost sharing or matching is required --- ## Eligibility - Only the City of Belvidere, IL is eligible to apply. - No other entities or organizations are eligible. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via [GrantSolutions](https://www.grantsolutions.gov/gs/preaward/previewPublicAnnouncement.do?id=120300). - Required forms and documents include: - SF-424 Application for Federal Assistance - SF-424C Budget Information (Construction Programs) - SF-424D Assurances (Construction Programs) - SF-LLL Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - Construction Budget Detail and Budget Narrative - Federal Railroad Administration Assurances & Certifications - Statement of Work/Project Summary - First-time users of GrantSolutions will receive account setup instructions by email. Existing users should log in with their current credentials. --- ## Additional Information - The program is part of the CRISI Congressionally Directed funding stream. - Projects must align with goals to improve rail safety, efficiency, and reliability. - The opportunity is non-renewable and limited to a single award. --- ## External Links - [Full Announcement & Application Instructions](https://www.grantsolutions.gov/gs/preaward/previewPublicAnnouncement.do?id=120300) - [Grants.gov Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/360836) - [Federal Railroad Administration](https://railroads.dot.gov/) --- ## Contact Information | Area | Contact Person | Phone | Email | Notes | |--------------------------------------|----------------------|------------------|-------------------------------|----------------------------------------| | GrantSolutions Help Desk | — | 1.866.577.0771
202.401.5282 | — | M–F, 9:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m. ET | | Administrative/Budgetary Requirements| Jonne'sha Riggs | 771-201-1113 | Jonnesha.Riggs@dot.gov | Office of Railroad Chief Financial Officer | | Program/Technical Assistance | Ashley Cotrange | 435-922-8748 | Ashley.Cotrange@dot.gov | Office of Railroad Development |

FY24 CRISI Congressionally Directed - City of Belvidere

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