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

February 6, 2026

Up to $10,000,001 total; one award expected; no cost sharing required.

Supports the Northeast Corridor Commission's mandated planning, cooperation, and reporting activities for rail operations under PRIIA Section 212.

Only Amtrak is eligible to apply.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity supports the activities of the Northeast Corridor Commission (NECC) as required by Section 212 of the Passenger Rail Investment and Improvement Act of 2008 (PRIIA). The NECC was established to foster cooperation and coordinated planning across the Northeast Corridor's rail operations and related activities. Deliverables under this program include the development of a statement of goals, recommendations for corridor improvements, access cost determinations, and a report on economic development related to the corridor. The Commission comprises representatives from Northeast Corridor states, the District of Columbia, the U.S. Department of Transportation, and Amtrak. --- ## Due Dates - February 6, 2026: Application closing date / full application deadline (5:00 PM Eastern Time) --- ## Funding Amount - Estimated total program funding: $10,000,001 - Award ceiling: $10,000,001 - Award floor: $0 - Expected number of awards: 1 - No cost sharing or matching required --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible applicant:** Only Amtrak is eligible to apply for this opportunity. - No other organizations or individuals are eligible. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically via [GrantSolutions](https://www.grantsolutions.gov/gs/preaward/previewPublicAnnouncement.do?id=120547). - Required forms include: - SF-424 Application for Federal Assistance - SF-424A Budget Information (Non-Construction) - SF-424B Assurances (Non-Construction) - Federal Railroad Administration Assurances & Certifications (template provided) - Statement of Work/Project Summary - First-time users will receive account credentials by email; existing grantees should use their current accounts. --- ## Additional Information - The NECC's mandate includes promoting mutual cooperation, planning, and reporting for the Northeast Corridor's rail operations. - Statutory deliverables are required as part of the grant (goals, recommendations, access costs, economic development report). - For further details, refer to the [official program listing](https://www.grantsolutions.gov/gs/preaward/previewPublicAnnouncement.do?id=120547). --- ## External Links - [Funder Homepage: DOT - Federal Railroad Administration](https://railroads.dot.gov) - [Official Grants.gov Listing](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361212) - [Program Announcement & Application Portal (GrantSolutions)](https://www.grantsolutions.gov/gs/preaward/previewPublicAnnouncement.do?id=120547) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact Name | Email | Phone | Notes | |-----------------------------------------------|---------------------|--------------------------|----------------------|--------------------------------------------------------| | Administrative & Budgetary Requirements | Lou M. Lorello | Lou.Lorello@dot.gov | 202-440-2563 | Office of Railroad Chief Financial Officer | | Program/Technical Assistance | Yen Le | Yen.Le@dot.gov | 512-568-7085 | Office of Railroad Development | | General Application Support | GrantSolutions Help Desk | N/A | 1-866-577-0771 or 202-401-5282 | Mon-Fri, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. ET |

FY26 Northeast Corridor Commission (NECC) Project

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