The FY24 Corridor Identification and Development (Corridor ID) Program is a federal initiative managed by the Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). The program aims to support the planning and development of intercity passenger rail services throughout the United States. It is designed to create a pipeline of projects ready for implementation, incorporating both financial and technical assistance. Unlike previous efforts, the Corridor ID Program emphasizes sustained, long-term development and prioritizes proposals for new or enhanced intercity passenger rail services.
The program will provide funding through a cooperative agreement, with an estimated total funding amount of $5,078,259. The single anticipated award will receive up to the full program funding amount, with a matching cost-sharing requirement. The award ceiling is $5,078,259, and the award floor is $0, indicating flexibility in funding allocation based on the proposed project scope.
Amtrak is the sole eligible applicant for this opportunity, as specified under the eligibility requirements. This exclusivity underscores the FRA’s intent to collaborate with Amtrak, leveraging its existing infrastructure and expertise in intercity rail services. Eligible projects will contribute to the program’s goals of establishing a comprehensive approach to rail development and ensuring readiness for further federal funding.
Applications must be submitted no later than February 1, 2025, with no extensions or explanations provided for the closing date. The FRA will evaluate submissions based on criteria aligned with the program’s objectives, prioritizing proposals that demonstrate readiness, alignment with national transportation goals, and potential for impactful implementation.
Interested applicants can find more information and submit their proposals through the program's dedicated page. For technical assistance or issues accessing the full announcement, applicants are advised to contact the GrantSolutions Help Desk, available Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. ET.
This funding opportunity represents a strategic investment in intercity passenger rail, focusing on long-term planning and execution to enhance rail services across the nation.
