Opportunity Information: Apply for FR LRI 10 005
Apply for FR LRI 10 005
- The DOT/Federal Railroad Administration in the transportation sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "South Orient Rail Line Rehabilitation in San Angelo, Texas" 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 Apr 13, 2010 and posted on Apr 13, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 14, 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 $1,000,000.00 in funding.
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- Only the Texas Department of Transportation may apply for this grant.
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Opportunity Summary:
The South Orient Rail Line Rehabilitation in San Angelo, Texas is a discretionary federal grant opportunity issued by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), under the Rail Line Relocation and Improvement program (CFDA 20.320). The project focuses on rebuilding 37 at-grade highway-rail grade crossings within San Angelo to address long-standing safety and operational problems that affect train movements and increase the risk of incidents.
The core of the work is a full reconstruction of each crossing so that every one of the 37 locations ends up with a concrete crossing surface. At the time of the announcement, the crossings were a mix of older surface types: 33 had wood surfaces, 2 had asphalt surfaces, and 2 had combination wood-asphalt surfaces. The FRA description makes clear that these existing crossing structures were not just worn cosmetically; they were contributing to real operating issues for trains, including track movement and geometry problems when trains pass over the crossings.
A major driver for the project is the age and condition of the track materials at and near the crossings. The majority of the crossings were built with 90-pound rail (or lighter), and many of the cross ties dated back to the 1950s. With time and heavy use, the rail had become severely worn in numerous locations, and the deteriorated tie conditions underneath allowed significant vertical deflection of the track and gauge deviations under load. In practical terms, that means the track can flex too much and the distance between rails can shift when a train is on top of it, which is a known contributor to derailment risk and ongoing maintenance headaches.
The grant-funded reconstruction scope goes beyond replacing the visible roadway panels. The announcement specifies installing new subgrade and drainage improvements, along with new ties, ballast, rail, securements, and crossing panels. This is the kind of comprehensive rebuild intended to stabilize the track structure, improve load distribution, and reduce water-related deterioration, all of which directly support smoother and safer train operations through the crossings. The stated outcome is improved operations and a much lower likelihood of derailments at these locations.
Financially, the opportunity lists an award ceiling of $1,000,000 and an award floor of $0, with that $1,000,000 coming from the Railroad Relocation and Improvement Program and supplemented by other funds. Cost sharing or matching is required, indicating the federal amount is intended to leverage additional non-federal resources rather than fully fund the entire project on its own.
Eligibility is narrowly limited: only the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is allowed to apply. The opportunity was posted on April 13, 2010, with a closing date of May 14, 2010, and it was archived on June 13, 2010. The funding opportunity number is FR LRI 10 005. For applicant support or access issues, the announcement directs users to the GrantSolutions Help Desk, reflecting the federal grants platform used for submission and technical assistance.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the South Orient Rail Line Rehabilitation grant opportunity?
It is a discretionary federal grant opportunity from the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), under the Rail Line Relocation and Improvement program (CFDA 20.320). The project targets rehabilitation work on the South Orient Rail Line in San Angelo, Texas.
Which federal agency is issuing this opportunity?
The opportunity is issued by the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), an agency within the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT).
What program is this funding associated with?
The funding is under the Rail Line Relocation and Improvement program (CFDA 20.320).
What is the main purpose of the project?
The project focuses on rebuilding 37 at-grade highway-rail grade crossings within San Angelo, Texas to address long-standing safety and operational problems that affect train movements and increase the risk of incidents.
How many grade crossings are included in the project?
The scope includes 37 at-grade highway-rail grade crossings within San Angelo.
What is the core construction work being funded?
The core work is a full reconstruction of each of the 37 crossings so that all locations end up with a concrete crossing surface.
What types of crossing surfaces existed at the time of the announcement?
At the time of the announcement, the 37 crossings had a mix of older surfaces: 33 had wood surfaces, 2 had asphalt surfaces, and 2 had combination wood-asphalt surfaces.
Why are the existing crossings considered a problem?
According to the FRA description, the existing crossing structures were contributing to real operating issues for trains, including track movement and geometry problems when trains pass over the crossings.
What underlying rail and tie conditions are driving the need for reconstruction?
The majority of the crossings were built with 90-pound rail (or lighter), and many of the cross ties dated back to the 1950s. Over time and heavy use, rail became severely worn in numerous locations, and deteriorated tie conditions allowed significant vertical deflection and gauge deviations under load.
What does "vertical deflection" and "gauge deviations under load" mean in practical terms?
In practical terms, it means the track can flex too much and the distance between the rails can shift when a train is on top of it, which is a known contributor to derailment risk and ongoing maintenance challenges.
Does the project only replace the visible roadway crossing panels?
No. The scope goes beyond replacing the visible roadway panels and includes rebuilding the track structure at and near the crossings.
What specific components are included in the reconstruction scope?
The announcement specifies installing new subgrade and drainage improvements, along with new ties, ballast, rail, securements, and crossing panels.
What is the expected outcome of the work?
The stated outcome is improved operations and a much lower likelihood of derailments at these crossing locations.
How much funding is available under this opportunity?
The opportunity lists an award ceiling of $1,000,000 and an award floor of $0. The $1,000,000 is described as coming from the Railroad Relocation and Improvement Program and supplemented by other funds.
What does the award floor of $0 mean?
Based on the listing, the minimum award amount shown is $0 and the maximum award amount shown is $1,000,000.
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. Cost sharing or matching is required, meaning the federal amount is intended to leverage additional non-federal resources rather than fully fund the entire project by itself.
Who is eligible to apply for this grant?
Eligibility is narrowly limited: only the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is allowed to apply.
Can local governments, railroads, or other organizations apply?
No. The eligibility statement provided indicates that only TxDOT is allowed to apply.
What is the funding opportunity number?
The funding opportunity number is FR LRI 10 005.
When was the opportunity posted?
It was posted on April 13, 2010.
What was the application closing date?
The closing date was May 14, 2010.
Is this opportunity still active?
No. The opportunity was archived on June 13, 2010.
Where is the project located?
The project is located in San Angelo, Texas, and it concerns crossings on the South Orient Rail Line within the city.
Which grant submission or support platform is referenced for help?
The announcement directs users to the GrantSolutions Help Desk for applicant support or access issues, reflecting the federal grants platform used for submission and technical assistance.
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