FY24 Northeastern Pennsylvania Passenger Rail Restoration Proj

The FY24 Northeastern Pennsylvania Passenger Rail Restoration Project is administered by the Federal Railroad Administration within the U.S. Department of Transportation under the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements program. This initiative represents a congressionally directed funding opportunity intended to support targeted rail infrastructure and service development efforts. The Federal Railroad Administration oversees national rail safety, infrastructure investment, and passenger and freight rail program development, and this funding opportunity reflects its role in advancing regional rail connectivity and modernization. The primary purpose of this grant is to fund updates and activities necessary to facilitate the restoration of proposed Amtrak passenger rail service to northeastern Pennsylvania. The funding is specifically directed toward advancing planning, coordination, and implementation readiness for restoring passenger rail service in the region. This may include technical updates, project development activities, and other preparatory efforts that enable the reestablishment of service. The scope is narrowly defined and tied to a specific regional rail authority and project objective. Funding for this opportunity totals 1,596,279 dollars, with an equivalent award ceiling, indicating that a single award will be made for the full program amount. The grant includes a cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning the recipient must contribute a portion of project costs in accordance with federal requirements. While the exact match percentage is not specified in the provided material, the presence of a match requirement indicates that non-federal funding must be secured to complement the federal investment. Eligibility for this opportunity is highly restricted. The only eligible applicant identified is the Pennsylvania Northeast Regional Railroad Authority. This exclusive eligibility reflects the congressionally directed nature of the funding, which is intended for a specific entity responsible for the relevant regional rail infrastructure and service planning. As such, this is not an open competitive opportunity for general applicants. Applications must be submitted electronically through the GrantSolutions system. Applicants are required to complete standard federal forms including SF-424 and associated budget and assurance documents, along with additional required attachments such as a financial capability questionnaire, project statement of work, and budget narrative. The submission process requires applicants to log into GrantSolutions, either using a pre-created account or an existing grantee profile, and upload all required documentation before the deadline. The application deadline is May 1, 2026, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time, with the opportunity having been posted on April 21, 2026. There are no pre-application requirements such as letters of intent or concept papers indicated. Applicants may seek assistance through the GrantSolutions Help Desk or contact designated program and financial officers within the Federal Railroad Administration for technical or administrative questions. The timeline for award decisions and project performance period is not specified in the provided material, and there is no indication that this opportunity recurs on a regular basis.