Opportunity Information: Apply for MBDA OBD 2013 2003764
Apply for MBDA OBD 2013 2003764
- The Department of Commerce in the business and commerce sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "MBDA Business Center" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 11.805 MBDA Business Center.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 22, 2013 and posted on May 22, 2013.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Jun 22, 2013. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $500,000.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 6 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- For profit entities (including but not limited to sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability companies and corporations), non profit organizations, state and local government entities, Native American Tribes and educational institutions are eligible to apply to operate MBDA Business Centers.
[Watch] Creating a grant proposal using the step-by-step wizard inside the applicant portal:
Opportunity Summary:
The MBDA Business Center opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number MBDA OBD 2013 2003764) is a competitive federal funding announcement from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), aimed at selecting organizations to operate MBDA Business Centers in six designated locations. The purpose of these centers is to deliver hands-on business consulting and assistance to eligible minority business enterprises (MBEs), with an emphasis on helping those firms secure greater access to capital and financing, win contract opportunities, and achieve measurable outcomes such as increased contract and financing awards. A key expected result of the program is job creation and job retention tied directly to the growth and strengthening of minority-owned firms served by the centers.
Awards under this announcement are not traditional grants to start a business or expand a single company. Instead, the funding supports the operation of a service center that provides technical and strategic assistance to many minority-owned businesses in the community. Applications are only considered if they propose to run an MBDA Business Center and provide the required consulting services to eligible MBEs as described in the full Federal Funding Opportunity (FFO). Submissions that treat the funding as business startup or expansion money for an individual firm are explicitly ruled out.
MBDA anticipated making six (6) cooperative agreement awards, reflecting a more active federal involvement than a standard grant. Each project was expected to run for a three (3) year award period, with initial funding and then continuation funding in subsequent years, subject to availability and performance. Although the opportunity projected funding, it also clearly noted that program funds had not yet been appropriated at the time of posting. MBDA anticipated a total of $2,100,000 in FY 2013 to support these awards, and anticipated an additional $2,100,000 in each of FY 2014 and FY 2015 to support continuation funding for the same projects.
The announcement was categorized as discretionary funding, with the funding instrument listed as a cooperative agreement and the activity category listed under Business and Commerce. The CFDA number associated with the program is 11.805 (MBDA Business Center). The stated award ceiling was $500,000, and the award floor was $0, indicating that awards could vary by location and final negotiated amounts, up to the maximum allowed. There was no cost sharing or matching requirement listed, meaning applicants were not required to provide a formal match as a condition of receiving an award.
Eligibility was broad and included for-profit entities (such as sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability companies, and corporations), nonprofit organizations, state and local government entities, Native American Tribes, and educational institutions, with the expectation that applicants demonstrate the capability to manage and operate a public-facing business assistance center and meet MBDA program expectations. The opportunity was posted on May 22, 2013, with a closing date of June 22, 2013, and an archive date of July 22, 2013.
For applicants needing help accessing the full announcement, the listed program contact was Ms. Joann Hill, Acting Chief, MBDA Office of Business Development, U.S. Department of Commerce, with a telephone number of 202-482-1940, located at 14th and Constitution Ave., N.W., Room 5079, Washington, DC 20230.
MBDA Business Center (MBDA OBD 2013 2003764) - Frequently Asked Questions
1) What is the MBDA Business Center opportunity (Funding Opportunity Number MBDA OBD 2013 2003764)?
This is a competitive federal funding opportunity from the U.S. Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), to select organizations to operate MBDA Business Centers in six designated locations.
2) What is the purpose of the MBDA Business Centers funded under this announcement?
The purpose is to deliver hands-on business consulting and assistance to eligible minority business enterprises (MBEs). The centers are expected to help minority-owned firms strengthen their businesses and achieve measurable results, including improved access to capital and financing, increased contract awards, and job creation and job retention tied to business growth.
3) Is this funding meant to help me start a business or expand my single company?
No. Awards under this announcement are not traditional grants to start a business or expand one individual company. The funding supports the operation of a service center that provides consulting and strategic assistance to many eligible minority-owned businesses in the community.
4) What kind of application will be considered under this opportunity?
Applications are only considered if they propose to run an MBDA Business Center and provide the required consulting services to eligible MBEs as described in the full Federal Funding Opportunity (FFO). Submissions that treat the funding as startup or expansion money for a single firm are explicitly not allowed.
5) How many awards did MBDA expect to make?
MBDA anticipated making six (6) cooperative agreement awards, corresponding to the six designated locations.
6) What is the funding instrument for this award?
The funding instrument listed for this opportunity is a cooperative agreement, which generally indicates more active federal involvement than a standard grant.
7) How long is the expected project period?
Each project was expected to run for a three (3) year award period, with initial funding and then continuation funding in later years, subject to availability of funds and satisfactory performance.
8) What funding amounts were anticipated for this opportunity?
MBDA anticipated a total of $2,100,000 in FY 2013 to support these awards, and anticipated an additional $2,100,000 in each of FY 2014 and FY 2015 to support continuation funding for the same projects.
9) Were the program funds already appropriated at the time the opportunity was posted?
No. The announcement noted that program funds had not yet been appropriated at the time of posting.
10) What are the award ceiling and award floor for this funding opportunity?
The stated award ceiling was $500,000. The award floor was $0, meaning award amounts could vary by location and final negotiated amounts, up to the maximum allowed.
11) Is cost sharing or matching required?
No cost sharing or matching requirement was listed for this opportunity. Applicants were not required to provide a formal match as a condition of receiving an award.
12) What is the program category for this opportunity?
The announcement was categorized as discretionary funding. The activity category was listed under Business and Commerce.
13) What CFDA number is associated with this program?
The CFDA number associated with the program is 11.805 (MBDA Business Center).
14) Who was eligible to apply?
Eligibility was broad and included for-profit entities (including sole proprietorships, partnerships, limited liability companies, and corporations), nonprofit organizations, state and local government entities, Native American Tribes, and educational institutions. Applicants were expected to demonstrate the capability to manage and operate a public-facing business assistance center and meet MBDA program expectations.
15) What outcomes were emphasized for the MBDA Business Centers?
The announcement emphasized measurable outcomes, including helping eligible minority-owned firms secure greater access to capital and financing, win contract opportunities, and achieve increased contract and financing awards. A key expected result was job creation and job retention directly tied to the growth and strengthening of the minority-owned firms served by the centers.
16) When was the opportunity posted and when did it close?
The opportunity was posted on May 22, 2013. The closing date was June 22, 2013.
17) When was the opportunity archived?
The archive date listed for the opportunity was July 22, 2013.
18) Who can I contact for help accessing the full announcement?
The listed program contact was Ms. Joann Hill, Acting Chief, MBDA Office of Business Development, U.S. Department of Commerce. Phone: 202-482-1940. Address: 14th and Constitution Ave., N.W., Room 5079, Washington, DC 20230.
19) What is the government agency sponsoring this opportunity?
This opportunity was sponsored by the U.S. Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA).
20) What is the main service model supported by this funding?
The funding supports a community-facing MBDA Business Center that provides hands-on business consulting and assistance to eligible minority business enterprises (MBEs), rather than providing direct funding to individual businesses.
Browse more opportunities from the same agency: Department of Commerce
Browse more opportunities from the same category: Business and Commerce
Next opportunity: MBDA Business Center American Indian and Alaska Native Program
Previous opportunity: Medicare Improvements for Patients and Providers Act Medicare Savings Program, Low Income Subsidy Prescription Drug Enrollment Assistance through the Aging Network, State Health Insurance Assistance Program and Aging Disability Resource Centers.
USGrants.org Applicant Portal:
Are you interested in learning about about how to apply for this government funding opportunity? You can create a free applicant account and receive instant access to our applicant portal that many business owners like you have benefited from.
Apply for MBDA OBD 2013 2003764
[Watch] how do funding administrators access proposals?
Applicants also applied for:
Applicants who have applied for this opportunity (MBDA OBD 2013 2003764) also looked into and applied for these:
| Funding Opportunity |
|---|
| MBDA Business Center American Indian and Alaska Native Program Apply for MBDA OBD 2013 2003740 Funding Number: MBDA OBD 2013 2003740 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: $255,000 |
| Womens Business Center Program Initial Grant Apply for OWBO 2013 01 Funding Number: OWBO 2013 01 Agency: Small Business Administration Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: $136,514 |
| Office of Small Business Development Centers Rhode Island FY14 Apply for OSBDC 2014 05 Funding Number: OSBDC 2014 05 Agency: Small Business Administration Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| 7j Management and Technical Assistance Services Apply for GCBD 7J 2011 01 13 O Funding Number: GCBD 7J 2011 01 13 O Agency: Small Business Administration Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: $254,622 |
| Procurement Technical Assistance Program (PTAP) Apply for DLA 20130412B Funding Number: DLA 20130412B Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: $600,000 |
| Friends Grant and Nature of Learning Program Apply for F11AC01469 Funding Number: F11AC01469 Agency: Fish and Wildlife Service Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: Case Dependent |
| Veteran Business Outreach Centers (VBOCs) Region IX ONLY Arizona California Guam Hawaii Nevada Apply for VBOC 2014 01 Funding Number: VBOC 2014 01 Agency: Small Business Administration Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: $150,000 |
| Grants to Manufacturers of Certain Worsted Wool Fabrics 2013 Apply for ITA IA OTEXA 2013 2003859 Funding Number: ITA IA OTEXA 2013 2003859 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: $2,530,034 |
| Office of Small Business Development Centers Program Announcement for the State of Rhode Island Apply for OSBDC 2014 05A Funding Number: OSBDC 2014 05A Agency: Small Business Administration Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: $199,999 |
| Veteran Women Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship Program Apply for VWISE 2014 01 Funding Number: VWISE 2014 01 Agency: Small Business Administration Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: $1,300,000 |
| LEADERSHIP IN ECONOMIC GOVERNANCE Apply for SOL 121 13 000000 Funding Number: SOL 121 13 000000 Agency: Agency for International Development Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: $5,000,000 |
| Market Development Cooperator Program 2014 Apply for ITA INA OPCM 2014 2003773 Funding Number: ITA INA OPCM 2014 2003773 Agency: Department of Commerce Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: $300,000 |
| Boots to Business Training Program (B2B) Apply for B2B 2014 01 Funding Number: B2B 2014 01 Agency: Small Business Administration Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: $3,000,000 |
| Womens Business Center Renewal Grant Apply for OWBO 2014 02 Funding Number: OWBO 2014 02 Agency: Small Business Administration Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: $125,882 |
| Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program Apply for FAST 2014 R 0008 Funding Number: FAST 2014 R 0008 Agency: Small Business Administration Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: $100,000 |
| Procurement Technical Assistance Program (PTAP) Apply for DLA 20130412 KENTUCKY Funding Number: DLA 20130412 KENTUCKY Agency: Defense Logistics Agency Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: $600,000 |
| CHDN ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT Apply for P14AS00050 Funding Number: P14AS00050 Agency: National Park Service Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: $67,383 |
| STEP GRANT PROGRAM FY2014 Apply for OIT STEP 2014 01 Funding Number: OIT STEP 2014 01 Agency: Small Business Administration Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: $500,000 |
| Small Business Development Centers Apply for OSBDC 2015 01 Funding Number: OSBDC 2015 01 Agency: Small Business Administration Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: $6,500,000 |
| Small Business Development Centers Apply for OSBDC 2015 02 Funding Number: OSBDC 2015 02 Agency: Small Business Administration Category: Business and Commerce Funding Amount: $6,500,000 |
Grant application guides and resources
It is always free to apply for government grants. However the process may be very complex depending on the funding opportunity you are applying for. Let us help you!
Apply for Grants
Premium leads for funding administrators, grant writers, and loan issuers
Thousands of people visit our website for their funding needs every day. When a user creates a grant proposal and files for submission, we pass the information on to funding administrators, grant writers, and government loan issuers.
If you manage government grant programs, provide grant writing services, or issue personal or government loans, we can help you reach your audience.
Subscribe to Leads
Request more information:
Would you like to learn more about this funding opportunity, similar opportunities to "MBDA OBD 2013 2003764", eligibility, application service, and/or application tips? Submit an inquiry below:
Don't forget to subscribe to our grant alerts mailing list to receive weekly alerts on new and updated grant funding opportunities like this one in your email.