Opportunity Information: Apply for FR CCD 24 002
The FY23 CRISI Congressional Directed Grant Program - Port of Pasco is a discretionary federal grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). The purpose of the program is to support capital, planning, or related investments that strengthen intercity passenger and freight rail by improving overall safety, operational efficiency, and system reliability. As framed, the opportunity is tied to the CRISI program (Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements), which generally targets rail infrastructure improvements, safety enhancements, and projects that help rail networks move people and goods more predictably and securely.
This specific opportunity is uniquely limited in eligibility: only the Port of Pasco may apply. That means it is effectively a single-applicant competition aligned with a congressionally directed funding initiative, where the project and recipient are predetermined through the congressional process and the agency implements the award through its normal grant-making procedures. The opportunity is listed under CFDA 20.325, which corresponds to FRA rail assistance programs, and the funding instrument is a grant.
The maximum federal award amount (award ceiling) for this opportunity is $3,600,000, and the agency expects to make one award. In practical terms, that indicates the program is structured to fund one defined project or package of closely related project activities associated with the Port of Pasco, up to the stated ceiling. While the notice does not spell out specific line items or construction elements, projects under this umbrella commonly involve rail infrastructure upgrades, track or yard improvements, grade crossing and signal safety measures, improvements that reduce bottlenecks, or reliability-focused investments that decrease delays and improve throughput for passenger and freight movements.
Key administrative details include the funding opportunity number FR CCD 24 002 and an original application closing date of March 12, 2024. The opportunity category is discretionary, meaning the award is not automatic and is subject to FRA review and approval against program requirements, eligibility conditions, and federal grant compliance standards. The listing’s creation date is February 28, 2024, which reflects when the opportunity notice was posted in the federal system.
Overall, this is a targeted DOT/FRA grant opportunity intended to advance rail safety and performance outcomes in a way that benefits intercity passenger and freight rail operations, with the Port of Pasco as the sole eligible applicant and up to $3.6 million available for a single award.Apply for FR CCD 24 002
- The DOT - Federal Railroad Administration in the transportation sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY23 CRISI Congressional Directed Grant Program - Port of Pasco" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 20.325.
- This funding opportunity was created on 2024-02-28.
- Applicants must submit their applications by 2024-03-12. (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 $3,600,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled the "FY23 CRISI Congressional Directed Grant Program - Port of Pasco."
Which federal agency administers this funding?
This is a federal discretionary grant administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
What program is this opportunity connected to?
It is tied to the CRISI program (Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements), which generally supports rail infrastructure improvements and safety enhancements.
What is the purpose of the grant?
The purpose is to support capital, planning, or related investments that strengthen intercity passenger and freight rail by improving overall safety, operational efficiency, and system reliability.
What types of activities can this funding support?
The notice describes support for capital, planning, or related investments. While specific line items are not spelled out, projects under this umbrella commonly include rail infrastructure upgrades, track or yard improvements, grade crossing and signal safety measures, bottleneck reduction, and reliability-focused investments that decrease delays and improve throughput for passenger and freight movements.
Who is eligible to apply?
Only the Port of Pasco is eligible to apply. This opportunity is uniquely limited to a single applicant.
Is this a competitive opportunity?
It is discretionary, meaning the award is subject to FRA review and approval under program requirements, eligibility conditions, and federal grant compliance standards. However, eligibility is restricted to a single applicant (the Port of Pasco), consistent with a congressionally directed funding initiative.
What does "congressionally directed" mean in this context?
As described, it indicates a targeted funding initiative where the project and recipient are predetermined through the congressional process, and the agency implements the award through its normal grant-making procedures.
What is the CFDA number for this opportunity?
The listing is under CFDA 20.325, which corresponds to FRA rail assistance programs.
What is the funding instrument type?
The funding instrument is a grant.
What is the maximum federal award amount?
The award ceiling (maximum federal award amount) is $3,600,000.
How many awards does FRA expect to make?
The agency expects to make one award.
Does the opportunity indicate what will be funded?
It indicates funding is structured to support one defined project or a package of closely related project activities associated with the Port of Pasco, up to the $3.6 million ceiling.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is FR CCD 24 002.
What was the original application closing date?
The original application closing date listed is March 12, 2024.
When was the opportunity posted/created in the federal system?
The listing creation date is February 28, 2024.
What outcomes is this grant intended to achieve?
The stated outcomes include improving rail safety, operational efficiency, and system reliability, strengthening intercity passenger and freight rail performance.
Does the notice specify exact construction elements or a detailed scope?
No. The provided description does not spell out specific line items or construction elements, but it notes common project types typically funded under this umbrella (for example, infrastructure upgrades, safety measures, and reliability improvements).
Is the funding automatic once an application is submitted?
No. The opportunity is discretionary, so the award is not automatic and remains subject to FRA review, approval, and federal grant compliance requirements.
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