Montana Essential Freight Rail Loan Program
MEFRL Now Soliciting for Rail Projects
Solicitation for preliminary loan applications is open from September 15, 2024, through November 16, 2024, 5:00 pm.
Late applications will not be accepted. An estimated $590,000, is available for loans for branch line projects that seek to enhance or preserve existing freight operations.
This is a competitive loan program, and applicants/projects must meet strict eligibility requirements. Not all projects will receive funding. It takes approximately 9 to 11 months from project solicitation to loan award. Loan payback period is ten years.
Applications can be submitted through Montana’s File Transfer Service (File Transfer Service (mt.gov)), by post, or in person.
For more information, download the MEFRL Program Guidelines or FAQ.
Related Documents:
MEFRL Program Guidelines
FAQ
Preliminary Application
MEPA Categorical Exclusion Form
Program Contact:
Montana Department of Transportation
Rail, Transit & Planning
Heather Kuklo
406-444-3439
2701 Prospect Ave
PO Box 201001
Helena, MT 59620