Opportunity Information: Apply for FR LRI 09 009
Apply for FR LRI 09 009
- The DOT/Federal Railroad Administration in the transportation sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Rail Line Relocation Earmark Grant 2009 Track Repair and Replacement on the Downeast Scenic Railroad" 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 5, 2010 and posted on Mar 18, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 21, 2010 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 $190,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Only Maine Department of Transportation may apply for this grant.
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Opportunity Summary:
The Rail Line Relocation Earmark Grant 2009 - Track Repair and Replacement on the Downeast Scenic Railroad (Funding Opportunity Number FR LRI 09 009) was a discretionary transportation grant offered by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration, under CFDA 20.320 (Rail Line Relocation and Improvement). The purpose of the grant was to fund specific track rehabilitation work on the Downeast Scenic Railroad in Maine, focused on improving track condition, reliability, and safety through targeted replacement and repair of track components and improvements at grade crossings.
The funded work centered on a defined scope of maintenance and renewal activities. The project called for replacing about 1,550 railroad ties along with switch timbers, and upgrading or replacing about 3,000 tie plates. It also included replacing and repairing eight rail joints and associated hardware, including joint bars and compromise (comp) bars. Beyond component replacement, the project included track geometry work, specifically aligning and surfacing approximately 12,000 feet of track to restore proper line and level. The scope also covered rehabilitation of switches, work on a crossing signal, and additional surfacing improvements at three grade crossings, reflecting attention to both track structure and roadway-rail interface conditions.
Only the Maine Department of Transportation was eligible to apply, meaning the opportunity functioned as an earmarked or specifically directed award rather than an open, nationwide competition among multiple applicants. The funding instrument was a grant, and the opportunity required cost sharing or matching funds, indicating the recipient needed to contribute non-federal resources to complete the project budget. The award ceiling was listed as $190,000, with no stated award floor, suggesting the total federal share could be up to that amount depending on the approved budget and match.
Key dates show the opportunity was posted on March 18, 2010, with an original closing date of April 19, 2010, later extended to a current closing date of May 21, 2010. The record indicates it was archived on June 20, 2010. For application access issues, the announcement directed applicants to the GrantSolutions Help Desk via phone (1-800-618-0223 or 301-231-6005) or email (help@grantsolutions.gov), with support hours listed as weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
Rail Line Relocation Earmark Grant 2009 - Track Repair and Replacement on the Downeast Scenic Railroad (FR LRI 09 009) FAQs
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Rail Line Relocation Earmark Grant 2009 - Track Repair and Replacement on the Downeast Scenic Railroad."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is FR LRI 09 009.
Which federal agency offered this grant?
This was a discretionary transportation grant offered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
What CFDA program is this opportunity associated with?
The opportunity was under CFDA 20.320, Rail Line Relocation and Improvement.
What was the purpose of the grant?
The purpose was to fund specific track rehabilitation work on the Downeast Scenic Railroad in Maine, focused on improving track condition, reliability, and safety through targeted replacement and repair of track components and improvements at grade crossings.
Where was the funded project located?
The project was on the Downeast Scenic Railroad in Maine.
What types of work were included in the funded scope?
The scope focused on track maintenance and renewal activities, including replacement and repair of track components, track geometry work (alignment and surfacing), switch rehabilitation, work related to a crossing signal, and surfacing improvements at grade crossings.
How many railroad ties were planned for replacement?
The project called for replacing about 1,550 railroad ties, along with switch timbers.
How many tie plates were planned for upgrade or replacement?
The scope included upgrading or replacing about 3,000 tie plates.
Did the project include rail joint repair or replacement?
Yes. The project included replacing and repairing eight rail joints and associated hardware, including joint bars and compromise (comp) bars.
How much track was included for alignment and surfacing work?
The scope included aligning and surfacing approximately 12,000 feet of track to restore proper line and level.
Were switches included in the rehabilitation work?
Yes. The scope covered rehabilitation of switches.
Did the project include any work at grade crossings?
Yes. The scope included additional surfacing improvements at three grade crossings and also included work on a crossing signal.
Who was eligible to apply for this grant?
Only the Maine Department of Transportation was eligible to apply.
Was this an open competition for multiple applicants?
No. Since only the Maine Department of Transportation was eligible, the opportunity functioned as an earmarked or specifically directed award rather than an open nationwide competition.
What was the funding instrument?
The funding instrument was a grant.
Did the opportunity require cost sharing or matching funds?
Yes. The opportunity required cost sharing or matching funds, meaning the recipient needed to contribute non-federal resources to complete the project budget.
What was the maximum (ceiling) federal award amount?
The award ceiling was listed as $190,000.
Was there a minimum (floor) award amount listed?
No award floor was stated.
When was the opportunity posted?
The opportunity was posted on March 18, 2010.
What was the original closing date?
The original closing date was April 19, 2010.
Was the closing date extended?
Yes. The closing date was extended to May 21, 2010.
When was the opportunity archived?
The record indicates it was archived on June 20, 2010.
Who should applicants contact for application access issues?
For application access issues, the announcement directed applicants to the GrantSolutions Help Desk.
What are the GrantSolutions Help Desk phone numbers?
The phone numbers listed were 1-800-618-0223 and 301-231-6005.
What is the GrantSolutions Help Desk email address?
The email address listed was help@grantsolutions.gov.
What were the listed help desk support hours?
Support hours were listed as weekdays from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
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