Opportunity Information: Apply for FR LRI 10 014
Apply for FR LRI 10 014
- The DOT/Federal Railroad Administration in the transportation sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Minnesota Valley Regional Rail Authority Project" 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 Feb 11, 2011 and posted on Feb 11, 2011.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Mar 10, 2011 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 $1,950,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- The State of Minnesota Department of Transportation is the only eligible entity permitted to apply.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Minnesota Valley Regional Rail Authority Project was a discretionary federal grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), under CFDA 20.320 (Rail Line Relocation and Improvement). The purpose of the award was to support continued track replacement and rehabilitation work on the rail corridor running from Arlington, Minnesota to Gaylord, Minnesota. In practical terms, the project scope focused on upgrading existing rail infrastructure to improve the condition and functionality of that segment of line, which generally involves activities like replacing worn rail, restoring track structure, and performing related improvements needed to bring the line back to a safer and more reliable operating state.
Funding was offered as a grant with a cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning the recipient was expected to contribute non-federal funds toward the total project cost rather than relying entirely on federal dollars. The maximum federal award amount (award ceiling) listed for this opportunity was $1,950,000, and the award floor was $0, indicating there was no stated minimum award size. As with many transportation infrastructure programs, the combination of federal funding plus required matching funds is designed to help leverage local or state investment while accelerating improvements that might otherwise be delayed.
Eligibility for applying was narrowly limited. Although the public listing referenced “Others” in a general eligibility category, the formal eligibility statement clarified that the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) was the only entity permitted to apply for this funding. This kind of restriction typically occurs when a grant is targeted to a specific project sponsor or when the federal award is structured to flow through a state agency that will manage the funds, oversee compliance, and coordinate delivery with regional or local partners.
Key administrative details include the funding opportunity number FR LRI 10 014 and the title “Minnesota Valley Regional Rail Authority Project.” The opportunity was posted and created on February 11, 2011, with an original and current closing date of March 10, 2011, and it was archived on April 9, 2011. Applicants needing assistance accessing the full announcement were directed to the GrantSolutions Help Desk (help@grantsolutions.gov, 1-866-577-0771), available weekdays during standard business hours in Eastern Time.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): Minnesota Valley Regional Rail Authority Project (FRA)
What is the Minnesota Valley Regional Rail Authority Project grant opportunity?
It was a discretionary federal grant opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), under CFDA 20.320 (Rail Line Relocation and Improvement). The opportunity title was "Minnesota Valley Regional Rail Authority Project."
What was the purpose of this grant award?
The purpose was to support continued track replacement and rehabilitation work on the rail corridor running from Arlington, Minnesota to Gaylord, Minnesota, with the intent of improving the condition and functionality of that segment of rail line.
Which rail corridor did the project focus on?
The project focused on the rail corridor segment running from Arlington, Minnesota to Gaylord, Minnesota.
What kinds of activities were included in the project scope?
The project scope centered on upgrading existing rail infrastructure to bring the line back to a safer and more reliable operating state. Activities generally included replacing worn rail, restoring track structure, and performing related improvements necessary for rehabilitation and improved functionality.
What type of funding was provided?
Funding was offered as a grant.
Was there a cost-sharing or matching requirement?
Yes. The grant had a cost-sharing or matching requirement, meaning the recipient was expected to contribute non-federal funds toward the total project cost rather than relying entirely on federal dollars.
What was the maximum federal award amount?
The maximum federal award amount (award ceiling) listed for this opportunity was $1,950,000.
Was there a minimum award amount?
No minimum award size was stated. The award floor was listed as $0.
Who was eligible to apply for this grant?
Eligibility was narrowly limited. The formal eligibility statement specified that the Minnesota Department of Transportation (MnDOT) was the only entity permitted to apply for this funding.
The listing referenced "Others" as eligible. Does that mean other organizations could apply?
No. While the public listing referenced "Others" in a general eligibility category, the formal eligibility statement clarified that MnDOT was the only entity permitted to apply.
Which federal agency administered the opportunity?
The opportunity was administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
What is the CFDA number associated with this opportunity?
The opportunity was under CFDA 20.320, Rail Line Relocation and Improvement.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number was FR LRI 10 014.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on February 11, 2011.
When was the opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on February 11, 2011.
What was the application closing date?
The original closing date and the current closing date were both March 10, 2011.
When was the opportunity archived?
The opportunity was archived on April 9, 2011.
Where could applicants get help accessing the full announcement?
Applicants needing assistance accessing the full announcement were directed to the GrantSolutions Help Desk.
How do I contact the GrantSolutions Help Desk for support?
You could contact the GrantSolutions Help Desk by email at help@grantsolutions.gov or by phone at 1-866-577-0771.
What were the GrantSolutions Help Desk hours?
The help desk was available on weekdays during standard business hours in Eastern Time.
What was the general intent behind combining federal funds with matching funds?
The combination of federal funding plus required matching funds was described as a way to leverage local or state investment while accelerating improvements that might otherwise be delayed.
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