Rail Service Improvement Program
The Rail Service Improvement Program from the Kansas Department of Transportation funds research-driven upgrades and maintenance for Kansas railroads to improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
Funder: Kansas Department of Transportation
Due Dates: May–June 2026 (Call for Projects)
Funding Amounts: $10 million available annually; 70% KDOT match (grant), 30% recipient match required; project completion within 12 months.
Summary: Supports rehabilitation, maintenance, and upgrades for Kansas railroads and rolling stock to improve safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
Key Information: Projects must support 286,000 lb. railcar capacity and comply with FRA/AREMA standards.
Description
The Kansas Department of Transportation's Rail Service Improvement Program (RSIP) provides annual grant funding to support the financing, acquisition, maintenance, and rehabilitation of railroads and rolling stock across Kansas. The program aims to enhance the safety, economic efficiency, and long-term sustainability of the state’s freight rail infrastructure. Eligible projects include track upgrades, capacity improvements, and rolling stock enhancements that ensure Kansas rail networks remain viable and reliable for freight movement.
