FY24-CRISI Congressionally Directed-Kansas Transload Facility

The FY24-CRISI Congressionally Directed-Kansas Transload Facility grant opportunity is administered by the United States Department of Transportation through the Federal Railroad Administration. The funding is authorized under the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) program, specifically Assistance Listing Number 20.325. This grant is part of a Congressionally Directed Spending initiative and is intended to enhance rail infrastructure to support freight movement and economic development in Kansas. The purpose of this specific grant is to support the construction of approximately four miles of new railroad track to connect a transload facility to the BNSF mainline. The project includes the installation of a 1.5-mile circular loop track designed for unit train loading of grain. In addition, manifest shipping tracks will be developed to enable transloading of a variety of bulk materials including fertilizer, aggregates, piping materials, and shipping containers. The goal of the project is to improve rail access and efficiency for shippers in the region, ultimately promoting economic development in Stafford County and surrounding areas. Funding is offered in the form of a discretionary grant with a total program funding ceiling of $5,366,000. This is also the maximum amount a single awardee can receive. The grant has a matching requirement, meaning the recipient must contribute additional funding or resources to complete the project. Only one award is anticipated under this funding opportunity, reinforcing its specificity and targeted nature. Eligibility for this opportunity is strictly limited. Only the Port Authority of Stafford County is eligible to apply for the funding. This exclusivity indicates the project is a Congressionally earmarked initiative rather than a competitive grant open to a wide pool of applicants. The eligibility condition is clearly defined, and no other organizations or entities will be considered. The application window for this grant is brief. The opportunity was posted on July 14, 2025, and applications must be submitted by July 21, 2025. There are no pre-application deadlines, concept paper requirements, or letters of inquiry required prior to submission. The opportunity is not recurring or offered on a rolling basis. The final deadline for submission is definitive, and no future application rounds are currently indicated. For applicants encountering technical issues or needing support with the submission process, the GrantSolutions Help Desk is available. They can be reached by phone at 1.866.577.0771 or 202.401.5282. Support hours are Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Eastern Time. No email contact was provided. The full announcement and additional information can be accessed via the Grants.gov portal.