The Federal Railroad Administration, under the U.S. Department of Transportation, is offering a discretionary grant opportunity titled "FY24 CRISI Congressionally Directed - Port Bienville Intermodal Expansion in Hancock County, MS." This funding is being provided through the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) program, listed under Assistance Listing 20.325. The funding is designed to enhance rail infrastructure to improve transportation safety, efficiency, and reliability.
The primary objective of this grant is to support the construction of an eight-track classification yard and an intermodal switch lead for the Port Bienville Short Line Railroad located in the Port Bienville Industrial Park in Hancock County, Mississippi. This project aims to improve intermodal connectivity and rail operations in the region, directly supporting the area's transportation infrastructure and economic development.
This grant opportunity has a single designated recipient. Only the Hancock County Port and Harbor Commission is eligible to apply. This exclusivity is noted explicitly under the eligibility section and reflects a congressionally directed funding structure where the recipient has been predetermined.
The grant has a total program funding of $7,320,000, with this amount also being the award ceiling. There is no minimum award amount specified. A cost-sharing or matching requirement applies, though the exact match percentage or amount is not disclosed in the summary.
Applications opened on May 6, 2025, and the final closing date for submission is June 1, 2025. There is no indication of rolling submissions or recurring availability. The grant opportunity is listed under the transportation category, reflecting its infrastructure development focus.
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