National Railroad Passenger Corporation Grants
Program Funding
Annual program obligations reported to SAM.gov.
Funded Projects
Examples of what this program has supported.
Program Objective
To provide financial assistance to support the operation of and capital investment in intercity passenger rail service in the United States.
Eligibility
Eligible Applicants
- For-Profit Organization
As directed by authorizing and appropriating statute, assistance is available only to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak).
Beneficiaries
- Other
- Specific Restrictions (Determined at NOFO Level)
As directed by authorizing and appropriating statute, assistance is available only to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak).
How to Apply
Award Procedure
Review the application package to ensure that all required documents have been submitted and are complete and signed by the appropriate person. Review the statement of work (SOW) and budget to ensure the appropriation language requirements are met. Review SOW for technical issues and budget for appropriate costs, including compliance with the National Environmental Policy Act and related laws and orders. After the application package is acceptable to both parties, a grant agreement is drafted, reviewed, and signed upon agreement by both parties.
Timing of Approval/Disapproval typically ranges from between 2-6 weeks.
Program details & compliance
Description
FRA executes and oversees grant agreements with the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) to provide Amtrak with federal funds appropriated by Congress. In conjunction with operating revenues and funds from states, local governments, and other entities, Amtrak uses federal funds for a wide range of its operating and capital activities, including a portion of its operating expenses, capital maintenance of fleet and infrastructure, capital expansion and investment programs, and capital debt repayment.
Mission Categories
Primary: Rail Transportation
Use of Funds
Allowed Uses
As specified in individual Grant Opportunity announcements, assistance may be used to fund operating expenses, capital investment activities, and/or payment of debt service obligations. As directed by authorizing and appropriating statute, assistance is available only to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation.
Required Documentation
See Application Procedures 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