Opportunity Information: Apply for FR RLD 18 003
The FY17-18 Supplemental State-Amtrak Intercity Passenger Rail Committee (SAIPRC) opportunity, administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation through the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), was a discretionary grant (Funding Opportunity Number: FR RLD 18 003; CFDA 20.314) created on May 18, 2018, with an application closing date of June 1, 2018. The program was designed around a single anticipated award, with an award ceiling of $2,849,200.
The purpose of the grant was to provide supplemental funding to the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority (NNEPRA) so it could, working closely and in full cooperation with SAIPRC officers, select a contractor and then use grant funds to pay that contractor for specialized support services. The contractor support was expected to focus on analytical work, strategic planning, and administrative assistance tied specifically to implementation of Section 209, the framework that governs cost allocation and related processes for state-supported intercity passenger rail services. In practical terms, the funding aimed to strengthen and streamline the technical and administrative backbone needed to carry out Section 209-related tasks.
A central goal was to improve coordination and day-to-day functioning among the state members of SAIPRC, Amtrak, and the FRA. By funding a contractor to provide neutral, structured support across analysis, planning, and administration, the grant was intended to help these parties manage the complexities of Section 209 implementation, maintain productive working relationships, and support consistent decision-making and execution across participating states and federal and rail partners. Eligibility was listed broadly as "Others" with additional clarification referenced in the opportunity materials, but the described award structure indicates the program was geared toward NNEPRA as the recipient responsible for procuring and overseeing the contractor support on behalf of the SAIPRC implementation needs.Apply for FR RLD 18 003
- The Department of Transportation, DOT/Federal Railroad Administration in the transportation sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "FY17-18 Supplemental State-Amtrak Intercity Passenger Rail Committee, NNEPRA" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 20.314.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 18, 2018.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 01, 2018 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 $2,849,200.00 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).
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the name of this grant opportunity?
The opportunity is the FY17-18 Supplemental State-Amtrak Intercity Passenger Rail Committee (SAIPRC) discretionary grant.
Which federal agency administered this grant?
It was administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation through the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA).
What is the Funding Opportunity Number (FON)?
The Funding Opportunity Number was FR RLD 18 003.
What is the CFDA number for this program?
The CFDA number listed for the opportunity was 20.314.
When was the opportunity created?
The opportunity was created on May 18, 2018.
What was the application closing date?
The application closing date was June 1, 2018.
Was this a formula grant or a discretionary grant?
This was a discretionary grant administered by the FRA.
How many awards were anticipated?
The program was designed around a single anticipated award.
What was the maximum award amount (award ceiling)?
The award ceiling was $2,849,200.
What was the main purpose of the grant?
The purpose was to provide supplemental funding to the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority (NNEPRA) so it could select a contractor and use grant funds to pay that contractor for specialized support services tied to implementation of Section 209.
Who was intended to receive the supplemental funding?
The described structure indicates the opportunity was geared toward the Northern New England Passenger Rail Authority (NNEPRA) as the recipient.
What role was NNEPRA expected to play under this grant?
NNEPRA was expected to work closely and in full cooperation with SAIPRC officers to select a contractor, and then oversee the use of grant funds to pay the contractor for the required specialized support services.
What was the contractor expected to provide?
The contractor support was expected to focus on analytical work, strategic planning, and administrative assistance specifically tied to implementation of Section 209.
What is Section 209 in the context of this grant?
Section 209 is described as the framework that governs cost allocation and related processes for state-supported intercity passenger rail services.
What kinds of Section 209-related tasks was the grant trying to support?
The grant aimed to strengthen and streamline the technical and administrative support needed to carry out Section 209-related analysis, planning, and administrative tasks.
What was the intended benefit of funding a contractor for these services?
By funding a contractor to provide neutral and structured support, the grant was intended to improve coordination, support consistent decision-making, and help manage the complexities of Section 209 implementation.
Which groups were expected to benefit from improved coordination?
A central goal was improved coordination and day-to-day functioning among the state members of SAIPRC, Amtrak, and the FRA.
How was the contractor support expected to be positioned (neutral vs. representing one party)?
The opportunity described the contractor as providing neutral, structured support across analysis, planning, and administration in service of Section 209 implementation needs.
What does SAIPRC refer to in this opportunity?
SAIPRC refers to the State-Amtrak Intercity Passenger Rail Committee, which is involved in coordinating and implementing Section 209-related work among states and partners.
What did the eligibility section say?
Eligibility was listed broadly as "Others," with additional clarification referenced in the opportunity materials. However, the described award structure indicates the program was geared toward NNEPRA as the recipient.
Does the opportunity description indicate whether multiple entities could be funded?
No. The opportunity was designed around a single anticipated award, indicating it was not structured for multiple awards.
What is the relationship between SAIPRC officers and the grant activities?
NNEPRA was expected to work closely and in full cooperation with SAIPRC officers while selecting the contractor and carrying out the contractor-supported work tied to Section 209 implementation.
What was the practical focus of the funding?
In practical terms, the funding aimed to strengthen the technical and administrative backbone needed to carry out Section 209-related tasks, including analysis, planning, and administrative support.
What coordination outcomes were the grant trying to achieve?
The grant aimed to help parties maintain productive working relationships, improve coordination and day-to-day functioning, and support consistent decision-making and execution across participating states and federal and rail partners.
Is there any indication of required match funding in the provided description?
No match requirement is stated in the provided information.
Does the description specify the exact contractor selection method or procurement process?
No. The provided information states NNEPRA would select a contractor in cooperation with SAIPRC officers, but it does not describe a specific procurement method.
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