Opportunity Information: Apply for FR AMT 14 004
Apply for FR AMT 14 004
- The DOT/Federal Railroad Administration in the transportation sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY14 Supplemental to Operating Subsidy Grant (FR AMT 0002)" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 20.315 National Railroad Passenger Corporation Grants.
- This funding opportunity was created on Feb 6, 2014 and posted on Feb 6, 2014.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Feb 14, 2014 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 $340,000,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- The only entity eligible for this award is the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (AMTRAK).
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Opportunity Summary:
The FY14 Supplemental to Operating Subsidy Grant (FR AMT 0002) is a discretionary federal grant opportunity issued by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), to provide additional operating support to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak). The funding is authorized under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 (Public Law 113-76, enacted January 17, 2014). Under this announcement, the FRA is making up to $340,000,000 available to Amtrak specifically to cover operating expenses, with the usual caveat that awards depend on the availability of appropriated funds.
This opportunity is not a competitive, open-to-the-public program. Eligibility is limited to a single applicant: Amtrak. As a result, the announcement effectively functions as the formal mechanism for Amtrak to request and receive these appropriated funds through the federal grant process. The listing indicates an expected number of awards of one, an award ceiling of $340,000,000, and an award floor of $0, and it states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
To access the funds, Amtrak is required to complete a grant application package and submit specified documents electronically. The required components include a cover letter, the standard Application for Federal Assistance (SF-424), and the SF-424B assurances for non-construction projects. In addition, Amtrak must provide signed copies of the U.S. Department of Transportation/FRA Assurances and Certification forms (referenced via the FRA link in the announcement). The application also requires two operational and performance reporting attachments: Schedule V(b), which is a summary of the FRA-defined train contribution, and Schedule V(a), a summary performance report. Together, these items establish the formal request, confirm compliance with federal grant conditions, and provide the FRA with standardized budgetary and performance context for the operating support being provided.
From an administrative standpoint, the opportunity was posted on February 6, 2014, with the application closing date set for February 14, 2014, and an archive date of March 16, 2014. The program is categorized under Transportation, with CFDA number 20.315 (National Railroad Passenger Corporation Grants), and the funding instrument type is a grant. For technical issues accessing the announcement or submitting materials through the electronic system, applicants are directed to the GrantSolutions Help Desk (help@grantsolutions.gov, 1-866-577-0771 or 202-401-5282), available Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Eastern.
FAQs: FY14 Supplemental to Operating Subsidy Grant (FR AMT 0002)
What is the FY14 Supplemental to Operating Subsidy Grant (FR AMT 0002)?
This is a discretionary federal grant opportunity issued by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), to provide additional operating support to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak).
Which federal agency is offering this grant?
The grant is offered by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
What is the purpose of the funding?
The funding is intended specifically to cover Amtrak operating expenses by providing supplemental operating support.
What law authorizes this funding?
The funding is authorized under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 (Public Law 113-76), enacted January 17, 2014.
How much funding is available under this opportunity?
The FRA is making up to $340,000,000 available under this announcement, subject to the availability of appropriated funds.
Is this a competitive grant program open to the public?
No. This opportunity is not a competitive, open-to-the-public program.
Who is eligible to apply?
Eligibility is limited to a single applicant: the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak).
How many awards does the listing expect to make?
The expected number of awards is one.
What are the award ceiling and award floor?
The award ceiling is $340,000,000 and the award floor is $0.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
No. The listing states there is no cost sharing or matching requirement.
What type of funding instrument is used?
The funding instrument type is a grant.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The CFDA number listed is 20.315 (National Railroad Passenger Corporation Grants).
What category does this program fall under?
The program is categorized under Transportation.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on February 6, 2014.
What was the application closing date?
The application closing date was February 14, 2014.
When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date was March 16, 2014.
What must Amtrak do to access the funds?
Amtrak must complete a grant application package and submit specified documents electronically as described in the announcement.
What documents are required in the application package?
The required components include a cover letter, the Application for Federal Assistance (SF-424), and SF-424B assurances for non-construction projects.
Are additional FRA assurances and certifications required?
Yes. Amtrak must provide signed copies of the U.S. DOT/FRA Assurances and Certification forms referenced via the FRA link in the announcement.
What operational or performance reporting attachments are required?
Two attachments are required: Schedule V(b), a summary of the FRA-defined train contribution, and Schedule V(a), a summary performance report.
What is Schedule V(b)?
Schedule V(b) is an attachment that provides a summary of the FRA-defined train contribution.
What is Schedule V(a)?
Schedule V(a) is an attachment that provides a summary performance report.
Why are the schedules and forms included with the application?
They establish the formal funding request, confirm compliance with federal grant conditions, and provide standardized budgetary and performance context for the operating support being provided.
How must the application be submitted?
The required documents must be submitted electronically, as indicated in the announcement.
Where should technical questions about accessing the announcement or submitting materials be directed?
Technical issues should be directed to the GrantSolutions Help Desk.
What is the GrantSolutions Help Desk email and phone number?
Email: help@grantsolutions.gov. Phone: 1-866-577-0771 or 202-401-5282.
What are the GrantSolutions Help Desk hours?
The Help Desk is available Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Eastern.
Does this announcement function as the mechanism for Amtrak to receive appropriated funds through the federal grant process?
Yes. Because eligibility is limited to Amtrak and the expected number of awards is one, the announcement effectively serves as the formal mechanism for Amtrak to request and receive these appropriated funds through the federal grant process.
Are awards guaranteed at the maximum amount?
No. The announcement notes that awards depend on the availability of appropriated funds, even though up to $340,000,000 is available under the opportunity.
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