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FY26 Short Line Safety Institute Program

DOT - Federal Railroad Administration

FR-RRD-26-002

DOT-FRA

General Information

$2,425,000
Est. Program Funding:
July 25, 2026
Closing Date:
1
Expected No. of Awards
$2,425,000
Award Ceiling

Opportunity Number:
FR-RRD-26-002

Owning Agency:
DOT-FRA

Opportunity Category:
Discretionary (D)

Synopsis

This program supports the Short Line Safety Institute in its efforts to improve safety and safety culture in the short line and regional railroad industry. This grant will support the mission, vision, and strategic goals of SLSI to implement its Four Pillars of activities: safety culture assessments, education and training, communications, and research.
Response Date Jul 25, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Posting Date Jul 20, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Archive Date Aug 24, 2026 12:00:00 AM EDT
Award Ceiling 2,425,000
Award Floor N/a
Cost Sharing No

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants Others (see text field entitled "Additional Information on Eligibility" for clarification)
Additional Info on Eligibility: The Short Line Safety Institute is the only entity eligible to apply.

Additional Information

Agency Name DOT - Federal Railroad Administration
Link to Additional Information: FY26 Short Line Safety Institute Program
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact: GrantSolutions Help Desk
Phone: 202-493-0112

CFDA Program(s)

  • 20.332: Railroad Research and Development
   

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