FY24 Ettrick Passenger Rail Station Improvements

The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), an agency within the United States Department of Transportation (DOT), is administering the FY24 Ettrick Passenger Rail Station Improvements grant under the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) program. The FRA supports transportation projects that aim to enhance the safety, efficiency, and reliability of the U.S. rail system. This specific grant opportunity, labeled as FR-CCD-24-007, seeks to address critical infrastructure needs for passenger rail service in the Commonwealth of Virginia. The purpose of this grant is to fund planning activities for the development of a new passenger rail station in Ettrick, Virginia. The existing station, built in the 1950s, is considered obsolete and structurally deficient. The proposed improvements will accommodate both current passenger demands and future growth. Specifically, the new facility is expected to serve approximately 30,000 passengers initially, with capacity for a significant increase in usage due to anticipated service expansion as part of the Richmond to Raleigh corridor segment. The scope of the funding includes preliminary planning and design for the station replacement and the integration of a new third track and platform that will serve Amtrak trains. These improvements are aligned with broader regional and national goals to enhance intercity passenger rail services. The grant is discretionary and will be awarded as a single grant to the eligible applicant. The total available funding for the program is $1,000,000, and the award ceiling for this grant is also $1,000,000. Matching funds are required, although the specific amount has not been disclosed. Eligibility for this opportunity is exclusive to the Virginia Passenger Rail Authority (VPRA), making this a highly specific grant targeted to support a pre-identified strategic infrastructure project. No other entities are permitted to apply. The eligibility condition emphasizes the state's commitment and readiness to lead significant transportation infrastructure projects in coordination with federal partners. Applications for this opportunity must be submitted by August 18, 2025. The opportunity was posted and last updated on August 4, 2025. No additional deadlines such as letters of intent or pre-application submissions were noted. The application is not offered on a rolling basis and there is no information indicating that it is recurring. Interested applicants are directed to contact the GrantSolutions Help Desk for technical support with electronic submissions. The help desk can be reached at 1.866.577.0771 or 202.401.5282, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET. The grant is listed under the Assistance Listing Number 20.325, confirming its alignment with the CRISI program, which focuses on enhancing rail safety, efficiency, and reliability across the nation. Further details can be found via the opportunity listing on Grants.gov. Applicants are encouraged to review all submission requirements and ensure completeness before the stated deadline to ensure consideration for funding.