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

May 1, 2026 | June 1, 2026

Up to $1,596,279 total; one award anticipated.

Supports updates to restore proposed Amtrak passenger train service to northeastern Pennsylvania.

Cost sharing or matching is required; eligibility is limited to the Pennsylvania Northeast Regional Railroad Authority.

--- ## Description This funding opportunity from the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) will support activities necessary to facilitate the restoration of proposed Amtrak passenger train service to northeastern Pennsylvania. The grant is part of the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements Program and is intended to fund updates and improvements crucial to reestablishing rail service in the region. --- ## Due Dates - May 1, 2026: Application deadline - June 1, 2026: Full application / current closing date All applications must be submitted by the listed deadlines. --- ## Funding Amount - **Total funding available:** Up to $1,596,279 - **Award ceiling:** $1,596,279 - **Award floor:** $0 - **Expected number of awards:** 1 - **Cost sharing/matching:** Required --- ## Eligibility - **Eligible applicant:** Pennsylvania Northeast Regional Railroad Authority (as specified in the opportunity listing) - No other applicants are eligible. --- ## Application Process - Applications must be submitted electronically through [GrantSolutions](https://www.grantsolutions.gov/gs/preaward/previewPublicAnnouncement.do?id=123828). - Required forms include: - SF-424 Application for Federal Assistance - SF-424A/B (Budget/Assurances for Non-Construction) - SF-424C/D (Budget/Assurances for Construction) - SF-LLL Disclosure of Lobbying Activities - FRA F 251 Applicant Financial Capability Questionnaire - Federal Railroad Administration Assurances & Certifications - Non-Construction Budget Detail and Narrative - Statement of Work/Project Summary - Ensure all required attachments are uploaded as specified in the application instructions. --- ## Additional Information - **Cost sharing or matching is required.** - Only one award is anticipated for this opportunity. - For technical or administrative questions, contact the GrantSolutions Help Desk (see below). --- ## External Links - [Grant opportunity on Grants.gov](https://www.grants.gov/search-results-detail/361989) - [Full announcement and application portal (GrantSolutions)](https://www.grantsolutions.gov/gs/preaward/previewPublicAnnouncement.do?id=123828) - [Funder homepage (Federal Railroad Administration)](https://railroads.dot.gov) --- ## Contact Information | Purpose | Contact Name | Email | Phone | |--------------------------------------------|------------------------|----------------------------|-----------------| | General/Technical & Application Support | GrantSolutions Help Desk| help@grantsolutions.gov | 1-866-577-0771 or 202-401-5282 | | Administrative and Budgetary Requirements | Jonne'sha Riggs | Jonnesha.Riggs@dot.gov | 771-201-1113 | | Program Requirements/Technical Assistance | Elena Gonzalez | Elena.Gonzalez@dot.gov | 202-253-1978 |

FY24 Northeastern Pennsylvania Passenger Rail Restoration Proj

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