Grants

The Consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements (CRISI) program is the U.S. Department of Transportation’s flagship federal rail grant program and a primary funding source for rail infrastructure, safety, and efficiency improvements. In addition to CRISI, federal and state rail grant programs collectively provide billions in competitive funding to support short-line upgrades, bridge rehabilitation, crossing upgrades, capacity expansion, safety technologies, and new rail construction.

Mickelson & Company specializes in CRISI grant consulting while supporting a broader portfolio of federal and state rail funding programs. We guide clients through application strategy, project development, and compliance with statutory and discretionary selection criteria, ensuring projects are positioned to compete effectively.

CRISI and related rail grant programs emphasize projects that deliver clear public benefits and advance national and state transportation priorities, including safety, reliability, emissions reduction, and freight mobility. Eligible projects range from corridor-level rehabilitation and new rail construction to locomotive modernization, safety technology deployment, and multimodal improvements.

Mickelson & Company helps clients identify applicable grant opportunities, optimize matching fund strategies, and develop compelling, data-driven project narratives. By aligning projects with program goals and funding priorities, we enhance the likelihood of award success while maximizing the value of public investment.