Opportunity Information: Apply for FR AMT 23 005
This grant opportunity, titled "FY23 Supplemental for the National Network Cooperative Agreement to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation" (Funding Opportunity Number FR AMT 23 005; CFDA 20.315), is a discretionary cooperative agreement administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation's Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). It was created on April 28, 2023, with an original closing date of May 5, 2023. The program is structured as a single-award action (Expected Awards: 1) intended specifically to provide supplemental federal support to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak) under existing statutory authorities.
The funding is made available under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 (Public Law 117-328) and 49 U.S.C. 24319(e)(2). Under this authority, FRA is to provide Amtrak an additional $878,172,428. The stated purpose of this supplemental amount is to cover three broad categories of Amtrak needs: Operating expenses, Capital expenses, and Debt Service. The money is time-limited in the sense that it is available for use through December 31, 2025, or until the funds are fully expended, whichever comes first. In practical terms, this means the award is meant to sustain both service delivery and investment activities over a defined multi-year window rather than being restricted to immediate short-term spending.
The scope of what the funds may support is tied to Amtrak's systemwide responsibilities, with explicit attention to both the Northeast Corridor (NEC) and the National Network. For the NEC, the focus includes train services and the supporting infrastructure. For the National Network, the focus includes State-supported routes and long-distance routes. The opportunity emphasizes that Amtrak should describe projected operating and capital costs for the upcoming fiscal year and compare those projections to actual financial performance from the prior fiscal year. This comparison requirement signals that FRA is looking for a clear, data-driven picture of how the supplemental funds fit into Amtrak's near-term budget realities and performance trends, and how needs have changed relative to recent results.
Because the instrument is a cooperative agreement rather than a standard grant, it typically implies a closer working relationship between FRA and Amtrak during execution, including federal involvement in oversight, coordination, or monitoring consistent with the terms of the agreement. While the notice does not detail the oversight structure, the cooperative agreement format generally reflects an expectation of ongoing engagement rather than a one-time transfer of funds with minimal federal interaction.
To receive the supplemental funding, Amtrak must submit a complete electronic application package with several required components. These include the SF-424 Application for Federal Assistance, a Statement of Work describing what will be done with the funds, and detailed narrative and financial documentation that explains how the money will be allocated across operating needs, capital investments, and debt service. Amtrak must also provide a description of projected operating and capital costs for the upcoming fiscal year covering both NEC and National Network activities, with comparisons to the prior fiscal year's actual financial performance. In addition, Amtrak must submit a description of the specific capital projects proposed for funding, including cost estimates and an estimated timetable for completing those projects. This effectively requires Amtrak to present a project portfolio view for capital spending, not just a lump-sum request.
The application must also include an assessment of Amtrak's overall financial condition, which gives FRA a basis to evaluate fiscal health, risk, and the context for federal support. Standard federal assurance forms are required as well, including SF-424B (Assurances for Non-Construction Programs) and SF-424D (Assurances for Construction Programs). Finally, Amtrak must provide signed copies of FRA's Assurances and Certification forms as specified by the Department of Transportation, using the referenced FRA document link. These assurance and certification requirements are typical conditions of federal financial assistance and are meant to confirm compliance with applicable federal rules, program requirements, and legal obligations associated with receiving and using federal funds.
Eligibility is effectively limited to Amtrak, reflected by the structure of the opportunity and the single expected award. Although the listing includes broader eligibility categories in the source fields (for-profit organizations other than small businesses and "others"), the statutory and program description make clear that the funds are to be made available to Amtrak under the cited authorities. The award ceiling matches the full supplemental amount of $878,172,428, aligning the opportunity with a targeted appropriation rather than a competitive multi-recipient grant program.Apply for FR AMT 23 005
- The Department of Transportation, DOT - Federal Railroad Administration in the transportation sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY23 Supplemental for the National Network Cooperative Agreement to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 20.315.
- This funding opportunity was created on Apr 28, 2023.
- Applicants must submit their applications by May 05, 2023 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 $878,172,428.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 1 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: For profit organizations other than small businesses, Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the official title of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "FY23 Supplemental for the National Network Cooperative Agreement to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON) and CFDA number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is FR AMT 23 005, and the CFDA number is 20.315.
Which federal agency is administering this opportunity?
It is administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
What type of federal assistance is this (grant vs. cooperative agreement)?
This is a discretionary cooperative agreement. The cooperative agreement format generally indicates a closer working relationship and ongoing engagement between FRA and the recipient during execution, compared with a standard grant.
When was the opportunity created and when did it close?
The opportunity was created on April 28, 2023, and had an original closing date of May 5, 2023.
Is this a competitive program with multiple awards?
No. The program is structured as a single-award action with Expected Awards: 1.
Who is eligible to apply for this funding?
Eligibility is effectively limited to the National Railroad Passenger Corporation (Amtrak). While broader eligibility categories may appear in source fields, the statutory and program description indicate the funds are to be made available to Amtrak under the cited authorities.
What is the legal authority for this supplemental funding?
The funding is made available under the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2023 (Public Law 117-328) and 49 U.S.C. 24319(e)(2).
How much funding is being provided under this opportunity?
Under the stated authority, FRA is to provide Amtrak an additional $878,172,428.
What is the maximum award amount (ceiling)?
The award ceiling matches the full supplemental amount: $878,172,428.
What is the stated purpose of the supplemental amount?
The stated purpose is to cover three broad categories of Amtrak needs: Operating expenses, Capital expenses, and Debt Service.
How long are the funds available for use?
The funds are available through December 31, 2025, or until fully expended, whichever comes first.
Does the opportunity focus on specific parts of Amtrak's system?
Yes. The scope is tied to Amtrak's systemwide responsibilities, with explicit attention to both the Northeast Corridor (NEC) and the National Network.
What does the opportunity highlight for the Northeast Corridor (NEC)?
For the NEC, the focus includes train services and the supporting infrastructure.
What does the opportunity highlight for the National Network?
For the National Network, the focus includes State-supported routes and long-distance routes.
What kind of budgeting and performance information does FRA want included?
Amtrak is expected to describe projected operating and capital costs for the upcoming fiscal year and compare those projections to actual financial performance from the prior fiscal year.
Why does the opportunity require comparisons to the prior fiscal year?
The comparison requirement signals that FRA is looking for a clear, data-driven picture of how the supplemental funds fit into near-term budget realities and performance trends, and how needs have changed relative to recent results.
What application components are required?
A complete electronic application package must include: SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance), a Statement of Work, narrative and financial documentation describing allocation across operating needs, capital investments, and debt service, and supporting descriptions and analyses requested in the notice.
What must be included in the Statement of Work?
The Statement of Work must describe what will be done with the funds. The notice also calls for detailed narrative and financial documentation explaining how the funding will be allocated across operating expenses, capital expenses, and debt service.
What projections must Amtrak provide for the upcoming fiscal year?
Amtrak must provide projected operating and capital costs for the upcoming fiscal year covering both NEC and National Network activities, with comparisons to the prior fiscal year's actual financial performance.
Are details about capital projects required?
Yes. Amtrak must submit a description of the specific capital projects proposed for funding, including cost estimates and an estimated timetable for completing those projects.
Does the application need to address Amtrak's financial condition?
Yes. The application must include an assessment of Amtrak's overall financial condition to give FRA context to evaluate fiscal health and risk.
Which standard federal assurance forms are required?
The opportunity identifies SF-424B (Assurances for Non-Construction Programs) and SF-424D (Assurances for Construction Programs) as required forms.
Are additional FRA assurances and certifications required beyond the SF-424 forms?
Yes. Amtrak must provide signed copies of FRA's Assurances and Certification forms as specified by the Department of Transportation, using the referenced FRA document link described in the notice.
How must the application be submitted?
The notice specifies a complete electronic application package.
Does the cooperative agreement format change how the award is managed?
In general, yes. While the notice does not detail the oversight structure, a cooperative agreement typically implies closer federal involvement in oversight, coordination, or monitoring consistent with the terms of the agreement.
Is the funding intended only for immediate short-term spending?
No. The funds are time-limited but available through December 31, 2025 (or until expended), indicating the award is meant to sustain service delivery and investment activities over a defined multi-year window.
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