Professional & Consulting
Opportunity timeline
PostedMay 21, 2026
DeadlineSep 30, 2027
In plain English
The Federal Railroad Administration wants research proposals for projects related to railroad track, rolling stock, equipment, train control, and communications. They are looking for concept papers, which can be submitted anytime until September 30, 2027. This is a broad call for innovative ideas, open to all qualified researchers and experts.
About this opportunity
The Federal Railroad Administration’s (FRA) FY 2026 Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) solicits a variety of applied research projects that will support Department of Transportation and FRA strategic objectives. The research needs are in the three FRA research areas: Track, Rolling Stock and Equipment, and Train Control and Communications. The BAA consists of several research topics for potential contractors to submit concept papers for FRA’s review. We recommend full and open competition for the FY 2026 BAA. Concept papers are approved if they meet the objectives of FRA research topics in the BAA. Contractors with approved concept papers will have the opportunity to submit a proposal for…
Time remaining
Closes Sep 30, 2027
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Ref No.
BS-D20210