Through support of DOT’s $24 million federal grant, USRC will retain an advisor to help develop the process for engaging a master developer of the station’s future expansion 

September 9, 2026 — WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Union Station Redevelopment Corporation (USRC), steward of the iconic Washington Union Station, today announced that it will engage a Public-Private Partnership (P3) Advisor to help develop a process for engaging a development partner to implement the future Station Expansion Project (SEP) at Washington Union Station. The procurement of a P3 Advisor is funded by the $24 million grant recently announced by the Department of Transportation (DOT).

“This will be one of the most significant construction projects in the nation’s capital. The speed at which we’re moving to make progress on the Washington Union Station redevelopment is proof of our commitment to improve this national gateway for the millions using it annually,” said Steven Bradbury, Deputy Secretary of Transportation.  

“We appreciate the U.S. Department of Transportation’s continued partnership and investment in Washington Union Station, and for recognizing its redevelopment as a national priority,” said Doug Carr, President & CEO of Union Station Redevelopment Corporation.  “This $24 million grant enables us to establish a process to identify and structure the strongest development partnership for this once-in-a generation Station Expansion Project. This is an exciting opportunity to reimagine the project, align it with today’s needs and create a clear, fundable path forward for the future of Union Station.”

USRC will begin the P3 Advisor procurement this fall, alongside the work it will implement to develop a new scope for the SEP.  USRC intends to execute the P3 agreement in 2027. Additional information on the P3 Advisor procurement can be found HERE. The deadline for all submissions is October 7, 2026. 

About Union Station Redevelopment Corporation (USRC)

The Union Station Redevelopment Corporation (USRC) is a non-profit organization established in 1983 to modernize Washington Union Station while preserving its history. Representing ownership of the station on behalf of the Department of Transportation and the Federal Railroad Administration, USRC maintains oversight of the operations and management of this historic station and its commercial assets. It is also responsible for managing and implementing a once-in-a-generation transformation of the 117-year-old historic Union Station into a modern, world-class transportation hub. For more, visit: www.usrcdc.com. 

About Washington Union Station
Washington Union Station is a historic, mixed-use, intermodal transportation hub with a rich history featuring one-of-a-kind architectural details, while also offering an array of dining and shopping options, located just blocks from the U.S. Capitol Building. Built in 1907, and completed in 1908, Washington Union Station is one of the most iconic destinations in Washington, D.C. for travelers and area residents alike. The station is currently host to four modes of transportation – METRO, Amtrak, MARC, and VRE commuter railroads, and is the main bus terminal of Washington D.C. – millions of visitors each month, a multitude of dining and shopping options and some of the region’s grandest public and private events. For additional information about Washington Union Station, visit unionstationdc.com.

Downloadable version of this Press release available here: FINAL P3 Procurement Announcement (9.8.26).docx