Opportunity Information: Apply for FR AMT 17 008
The FY2017 Supplemental for Northeast Corridor Grant to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) is a one-time, discretionary federal funding opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation through the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). It was created to carry out direction in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2017 (Public Law 115-31, enacted May 5, 2017). In practical terms, the notice sets up a supplemental grant so that Amtrak can receive additional federal support tied specifically to the Northeast Corridor and use those dollars for major financial needs such as capital work and debt service, rather than for routine operating expenses.
The total amount made available under this opportunity is $189,694,095, and the announcement indicates an award ceiling equal to that full amount. The funding is structured as a cooperative agreement, which generally means that while Amtrak carries out the funded activities, the FRA may have ongoing involvement such as reviewing deliverables, monitoring compliance, and overseeing how the funds are applied consistent with federal requirements. The program is categorized under transportation and is listed under CFDA 20.315, which corresponds to FRA assistance for rail-related projects and activities.
The purpose of the funds is explicitly described as covering Capital and Debt Service. Capital spending in this context typically refers to investments in long-lived assets and infrastructure improvements that keep the Northeast Corridor in a state of good repair or enhance its capability, while debt service refers to payments related to financing obligations. The notice also specifies a dedicated amount for accessibility-related work: $1,709,556 is identified for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) expenses. The description includes an additional reference to a total of $4,357,629 in connection with ADA expenses, indicating that ADA-related costs are being highlighted and tracked as a defined component within the broader grant. The funds are available until December 31, 2017, or until they are fully expended, meaning the award is time-limited and focused on getting the supplemental appropriation obligated and used within that window.
Eligibility is effectively restricted to Amtrak. While the listing uses a general eligibility label (noted as "Others"), the title and narrative make clear that this is a directed award to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation, and the opportunity anticipates a single award (Expected Awards: 1). The application window was also short: the opportunity was posted June 12, 2017, with an original closing date of June 19, 2017, reflecting that this is not a competitive, broad-based solicitation but an appropriations-driven supplemental award intended for a specific recipient.
To receive the funding, Amtrak is required to complete the FRA grant application package and submit the applicable standard federal forms. This is a common requirement even for directed awards, because federal financial assistance still requires formal documentation, certifications, and assurances, along with the information the agency needs to obligate funds, set award conditions, and ensure compliance with federal administrative and reporting rules. The funding opportunity number associated with this notice is FR-AMT-17-008, which serves as the identifier for tracking the award and related documentation.Apply for FR AMT 17 008
- The Department of Transportation, DOT/Federal Railroad Administration in the transportation sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY2017 Supplemental for Northeast Corridor Grant to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak)" 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 Jun 12, 2017.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 19, 2017 No Explanation. (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 $189,694,095.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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