FY25 Center of Excellence-University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (Supplemental)

DOT-FRA Posted FR-RRD-25-003

Description

This funding opportunity provides supplemental funds to the existing grant agreement number 69A36524520020RRDIL. The objective of the Center is to advance research and development that improves the safety, efficiency, and reliability of passenger and freight rail transportation by funding basic and applied research, evaluation, education, workforce development, training, and technology transfer efforts related to safety, project delivery, efficiency, reliability, resiliency, and sustainability of urban commuter, intercity high-speed, and freight rail transportation. Outcomes from the Center will include results from the research conducted as well as education, workforce development, and technology transfer activities.

Eligibility

Only University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign can apply.
Actions
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Funding Details
Award Floor
Not specified
Award Ceiling
$2,500,000.00
Total Estimated Funding
$2,500,000.00
Expected Awards
1
Key Dates
Posted
April 24, 2026
Closes
May 8, 2026
Archive Date
June 7, 2026
Agency Information
Agency Name
DOT - Federal Railroad Administration
Agency Code
DOT-FRA
Funding Instrument
Other