Opportunity Information: Apply for FR LRI 12 001
Apply for FR LRI 12 001
- The DOT/Federal Railroad Administration in the transportation sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY12 Crossroads of American Rail Improvements" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 20.320 Rail Line Relocation and Improvement.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 17, 2013 and posted on May 17, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 31, 2013 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 $400,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Only the Alabama Department of Transportation is eligible to apply for this grant.
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Opportunity Summary:
The FY12 Crossroads of American Rail Improvements grant opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number: FR LRI 12 001) is a discretionary, transportation-focused cooperative agreement offered by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). It is associated with CFDA number 20.320, Rail Line Relocation and Improvement, and it supports a specific rail infrastructure rehabilitation project in Alabama rather than a broad, open competition for multiple recipients.
The funded project centers on repairing approximately 6,600 linear feet of rail spur track located at the Crossroads of America Industrial Park in Greene County, Alabama. The purpose of the work is to improve the condition and reliability of the spur so the industrial park can handle increased train traffic. The scope of work is detailed and construction-oriented, focusing on track structure and safety-related components. Planned repairs include replacing railroad ties (cross ties) at a targeted rate based on track geometry and condition: every other tie in tangent (straight) track sections, and every tie in curved sections where deterioration is described as severe. In addition to tie replacement, the project includes installing anchors, adding a bow-handled switch (a track switch component used for routing rail movements), performing grading work, installing new ballast (the crushed stone foundation that supports and stabilizes track), and spraying to control vegetation along the track area. Collectively, these tasks are aimed at restoring the spur to a more maintainable state, improving track stability and drainage, and reducing operational issues that can limit speed, capacity, or safe usage.
Eligibility for this opportunity is narrowly defined. Only the Alabama Department of Transportation is eligible to apply, meaning it is effectively a single-applicant or state-specific award rather than a general solicitation open to local governments, private railroads, or other entities. The listing indicates a cost sharing or matching requirement, so the project is expected to be supported by non-federal funds in addition to the federal award, although the exact match percentage is not provided in the excerpt.
The funding parameters show an award ceiling of $400,000 and an award floor of $0, reflecting that the maximum federal share under this opportunity would not exceed $400,000. Key dates indicate the opportunity was posted and created on May 17, 2013, with an original and current closing date of May 31, 2013, and an archive date of June 30, 2013. This suggests it was a time-limited FY12-era announcement that is no longer active.
For support accessing the full announcement, the opportunity directs applicants to the GrantSolutions Help Desk, providing both phone numbers (1-866-577-0771 or 202-401-5282) and the email address help@grantsolutions.gov, with hours listed as Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
FAQs: FY12 Crossroads of American Rail Improvements (FR LRI 12 001)
What is the FY12 Crossroads of American Rail Improvements grant opportunity?
It is a discretionary, transportation-focused cooperative agreement offered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). It is tied to CFDA 20.320, Rail Line Relocation and Improvement, and it supports a specific rail infrastructure rehabilitation project in Alabama rather than a broad, open competition.
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) for this program?
The Funding Opportunity Number is FR LRI 12 001.
Which federal agency is offering this opportunity?
The opportunity is offered by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The CFDA number listed is 20.320, Rail Line Relocation and Improvement.
Is this an open competition for multiple recipients?
No. The opportunity is described as supporting a specific rail project in Alabama and is not presented as a broad competition for multiple recipients.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is narrowly defined: only the Alabama Department of Transportation is eligible to apply.
Are local governments, private railroads, or other organizations eligible to apply?
No. Based on the provided information, the listing specifies that only the Alabama Department of Transportation is eligible.
Where is the funded project located?
The work is located at the Crossroads of America Industrial Park in Greene County, Alabama.
What infrastructure is being repaired or improved?
The project focuses on repairing approximately 6,600 linear feet of rail spur track serving the industrial park.
What is the purpose of the project?
The purpose is to improve the condition and reliability of the spur track so the industrial park can handle increased train traffic.
What kinds of construction activities are included in the scope of work?
The scope is construction-oriented and includes railroad tie replacement (cross ties), installing anchors, adding a bow-handled switch, grading work, installing new ballast, and spraying to control vegetation along the track area.
How is the tie replacement described for straight versus curved track?
Tie replacement is targeted based on track geometry and condition: every other tie in tangent (straight) track sections, and every tie in curved sections where deterioration is described as severe.
What is included beyond tie replacement?
Beyond tie replacement, the project includes installing anchors, adding a bow-handled switch component, grading, new ballast installation, and vegetation control spraying.
What are the expected benefits of the planned repairs?
The tasks are intended to restore the spur to a more maintainable state, improve track stability and drainage, and reduce operational issues that can limit speed, capacity, or safe usage.
Does this opportunity require cost sharing or a match?
Yes. The listing indicates a cost sharing or matching requirement, meaning non-federal funds are expected to support the project in addition to the federal award. The exact match percentage is not provided in the excerpt.
What is the maximum federal funding available (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling is $400,000.
What is the award floor?
The award floor is listed as $0.
When was the opportunity posted and created?
The opportunity was posted and created on May 17, 2013.
What was the application closing date?
The original and current closing date is May 31, 2013.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date is June 30, 2013.
Is this grant opportunity still active?
Based on the closing and archive dates provided (May 31, 2013 closing; June 30, 2013 archive), it appears to have been a time-limited FY12-era announcement and is no longer active.
What type of award instrument is this?
It is described as a cooperative agreement.
Who should be contacted for help accessing the full announcement?
The opportunity directs users to the GrantSolutions Help Desk for support accessing the full announcement.
How can the GrantSolutions Help Desk be reached?
You can contact the GrantSolutions Help Desk by phone at 1-866-577-0771 or 202-401-5282, or by email at help@grantsolutions.gov.
What are the GrantSolutions Help Desk hours?
Hours are listed as Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
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