FY24 Village of Lemont Rail Safety Improvement Project-Congressionally Directed

The FY24 Village of Lemont Rail Safety Improvement Project-Congressionally Directed is administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation, through the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA). This grant opportunity is part of the Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) Program, designated through congressional direction to support targeted rail safety enhancements. The FRA plays a pivotal role in fostering the development and maintenance of the nation's rail network, ensuring both passenger and freight rail systems operate safely and efficiently. The purpose of this grant is to fund a specific rail infrastructure project designed to improve rail safety, efficiency, and reliability within the Village of Lemont, Illinois. This project falls within the transportation sector and aligns with national goals to modernize rail systems and reduce accidents and congestion. The award supports infrastructure enhancements that contribute to public safety, operational upgrades, or signal improvements at grade crossings or along rail corridors. Funding for this opportunity is delivered in the form of a discretionary grant, with a total award ceiling of $500,000. The opportunity requires a cost sharing or matching component, ensuring that the recipient—the Village of Lemont—commits to partial funding responsibility. The grant is non-competitive and uniquely directed to a single entity, thereby bypassing broader applicant eligibility. The application process is conducted through GrantSolutions. Only the Village of Lemont is eligible to apply, and submissions must include the required federal forms: SF-424, SF-424A, SF-424B, and SF-LLL, along with a Statement of Work/Project Summary and several FRA-specific certifications. Electronic submissions are due by December 1, 2025, at 5:00 PM ET. First-time GrantSolutions users should have received login credentials at the time of the announcement posting. For technical assistance with the application platform, applicants may contact the GrantSolutions Help Desk by email at help@grantsolutions.gov or by phone at 1-866-577-0771. Program-specific questions can be addressed to Ashley Cotrange at ashley.cotrange@dot.gov, while budgetary inquiries can be directed to Matthew Lorah at matthew.lorah@dot.gov. There is no indication of recurring funding or future rounds for this program; it appears to be a one-time, congressionally directed grant. Awards are expected to be announced following the close of the application window, though no specific timeline for notification or project performance was provided.