Carolinian Piedmont Passenger & Freight Improvements (CAPPFI)
Overview
The Carolinian and Piedmont Passenger and Freight Improvements Project will bring key upgrades across seven locations including Raleigh, Cary, Morrisville, Hillsborough, Burlington, and Greensboro. These improvements will allow for additional passenger trains and significantly reduce freight and passenger delays. Construction is slated to begin in 2026, following the design and environmental permitting phases.
Key Takeaways
& Outcomes
- With this landmark investment, North Carolina is paving the way for a future of enhanced rail service, economic growth, and sustainable transportation. This project represents a major milestone in the state’s infrastructure development, ensuring the continued competitiveness and connectivity of North Carolina’s railways for decades to come.
176.395
Total Cost
105.59
Federal Funding
17.8
NCRR Investment
40
NCDOT Investment
13
Norfolk Southern Investment
Procurement Opportunities
The North Carolina Railroad Company (NCRR) is accepting proposals from qualified firms to provide National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) support for three projects. The scope involves:
· Clegg to Cary Siding Extension approximately between Milepost 67-NC and 72-NC;
· Hillsborough Curve Improvements and Siding at Milepost 42-NC;
· Elon Siding at Milepost 18-NC.
Request for Proposal (RFP) Timeline
Submit formal questions by June 19, 2026.
All proposals must be submitted by July 6, 2026 at 12:00 p.m. EST.
Closed RFPs
The submission period from April 30 until June 4, 2026, at 12 p.m. Eastern has closed for the Bridge Repair or Replacement Study. Thank you for your application.
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