Railroad Research and Development
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
Program Objective
To foster long-range enhancement of the Federal Railroad Administration's program of research in support of rail safety by developing cooperative research relationships between the Administration and university and industry organizations.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- For-Profit Organization
- Nonprofit Organization
- Federally Recognized Tribal Government
Other public institution/organization, Private nonprofit institution/organization (includes institutions of higher education and hospitals), Quasi-public nonprofit institution/organization, Other private institutions/organizations
Applicants can be major academic and industry research institutions with backgrounds in the rail transportation arena. A minimum of 5 years of railroad or railroad related research experience is typically required.
Beneficiaries
- Specific Restrictions (Determined at NOFO Level)
Federal, Profit organization, Anyone/general public, State, Public nonprofit institution/organization, Other public institution/organization
How to Apply
Award Procedure
FRA will contact applicants with successful applications with information and instructions about the award process. This notification is not an authorization to begin proposed project activities. A formal grant agreement or cooperative agreement signed by both the grantee and the FRA, including an approved scope, schedule, and budget, is required before the award is considered complete.
FRA is committed to responding to applicants in a reasonable and timely manner. Response times will vary based on size, scope, complexity and volume of applications.
Program details & compliance
Description
This program provides financial assistance to innovative research and development projects in support of rail safety. This may include safety-focused projects that typically yield solutions toward state of good repair, economic competitiveness, environmental sustainability goals, and workforce development.
Mission Categories
Primary: Rail Transportation
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
Projects must show a relationship towards advancing railroad safety and technology. Applicants must typically demonstrate 5 years of railroad research activity.
Restrictions
No restriction on period of time the assistance normally is available. Method of awarding/releasing assistance: Assistance is usually awarded upon request for reimbursement
Required Documentation
See Application Procedures section (092). 2 CFR 200, Subpart E - Cost Principles applies to this program.
Reporting & Compliance
Applicable 2 CFR 200 Subparts
- Subpart B — General Provisions
- Subpart C — Pre-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart D — Post-Federal Award Requirements
- Subpart E — Cost Principles
- Subpart F — Audit Requirements