FY25 Center of Excellence-University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (Supplemental)
Agency: DOT - Federal Railroad Administration
Assistance Listings: 20.313 -- Railroad Research and Development
Last Updated: April 24, 2026
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
Eligible applicants
Miscellaneous
- Other
Additional information
Only University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign can apply.
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FY25 Center of Excellence-University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (Supplemental)
Closing: May 1, 2026
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Award
$2,500,000
Program Funding
1
Expected awards
$--
Award Minimum
$2,500,000
Award Maximum
Funding opportunity number:
FR-RRD-25-003
Cost sharing or matching requirement:
Yes
Funding instrument type:
Cooperative agreement
Opportunity Category:
Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
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Category of Funding Activity:
Science technology and other research and development
Category Explanation:
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History
Version:
1
Posted date:
April 24, 2026
Archive date:
May 31, 2026
