Opportunity Information: Apply for OSBDC 2011 02
Apply for OSBDC 2011 02
- The Small Business Administration in the business and commerce sector is offering a public funding opportunity titled "Small Business Development Center FY/CYRenewal of the Cooperative Agreement for Current Recipient Organizations" and is now available to receive applicants.
- Interested and eligible applicants and submit their applications by referencing the CFDA number(s): 59.037 Small Business Development Centers.
- This funding opportunity was created on May 25, 2010 and posted on May 25, 2010.
- Applicants must submit their applications by Aug 26, 2010 The closing date is August 26, 2010 at 900 pm EST.. (Agency may still review applications by suitable applicants for the remaining/unused allocated funding in 2026.)
- The funding agency has allocated a total of $107,500,000.00 to eligible and selected applicants.
- Each selected applicant is eligible to receive up to $6,753,581.00 in funding.
- The number of recipients for this funding is limited to 41 candidate(s).
- Eligible applicants include: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
- An eligible candidate is an existing SBDC recipient organization currently funded under the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) program for a program year of January to December (Calendar Year CY). An application submitted by an entity that is not a current lead SBDC will not be considered.
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Opportunity Summary:
This opportunity, titled "Small Business Development Center FY/CY Renewal of the Cooperative Agreement for Current Recipient Organizations" (Funding Opportunity Number OSBDC 2011 02), is a U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Office of Small Business Development Centers (OSBDC) program announcement inviting applications to renew funding for organizations that already serve as lead Small Business Development Center (SBDC) recipients. It is not a competition for new entrants; it is specifically structured as a renewal mechanism for current recipient organizations operating on a calendar-year (January to December) program cycle. The SBA notes that Program Announcements OSBDC 2011 01 (for fiscal-year applicants) and OSBDC 2011 02 (for calendar-year applicants) are identical in content, with the difference mainly tied to the applicant cycle. The announcement was posted May 25, 2010, with an opening date referenced as May 21, 2010, and a closing deadline of August 26, 2010 at 9:00 pm Eastern Time. The award instrument is a cooperative agreement, meaning SBA expects substantial involvement and ongoing coordination with recipients rather than a hands-off grant relationship.
The purpose of the funding is to sustain and strengthen the nationwide SBDC service delivery network authorized under Section 21 of the Small Business Act (15 USC 648). Under the renewed cooperative agreement, recipients are expected to deliver business management and technical assistance to small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs. That assistance includes both short-term and long-term counseling, as well as training services for clients who want to start a business or expand an existing one. The SBDC program is described as SBA's largest matching-grant-funded network, designed to provide practical, high-quality advising and training that supports small business growth, expansion, innovation, productivity gains, and improved management practices. In plain terms, the funds are intended to keep SBDC statewide networks operating and delivering measurable, on-the-ground services that help entrepreneurs make better decisions, access resources, and build stronger companies.
A central theme in the announcement is partnership and coordination. While SBA retains responsibility for general management and oversight of the SBDC program, the work is carried out through a partnership between SBA and each recipient organization. SBDCs are expected to collaborate not only with SBA OSBDC but also with SBA District Offices, and to align their services with SBA priorities as well as the economic development goals of state and local funding partners. The program is framed as a broad-based system that links federal, state, and local government resources with the educational community (often universities and colleges) and the private sector. This reflects how SBDCs typically operate as statewide networks with multiple service centers, leveraging a mix of public and private support to offer advising and training at scale.
Eligibility is narrowly defined. Only an existing SBDC recipient organization that is currently funded under the SBDC program for a calendar-year program period is eligible to apply under OSBDC 2011 02. The announcement explicitly states that an application submitted by an entity that is not a current lead SBDC will not be considered. In other words, this is a renewal funding opportunity for current lead organizations, not a startup opportunity for new nonprofits, universities, or economic development groups seeking to become first-time SBDC hosts.
Funding details indicate a sizable program footprint. The expected number of awards is 41, with an estimated total funding amount of $107,500,000. Individual awards vary widely, with an award floor of $627,776 and a ceiling of $6,753,581, suggesting the SBA anticipated different funding levels depending on state size, network scope, performance, and program needs. The opportunity is categorized under "Business and Commerce" and is associated with CFDA number 59.037 (Small Business Development Centers). Because it is a cooperative agreement, recipients should expect defined programmatic expectations and active federal engagement in planning, oversight, and performance monitoring.
Cost sharing is a major requirement and a defining feature of SBDC funding. Recipients must provide non-federal matching funds on a 1:1 basis, meaning one non-federal dollar for each federal dollar awarded. The announcement allows up to half of the required match to be provided as in-kind contributions (such as donated space, equipment, or qualifying third-party support), but it requires that at least 50 percent of the match be cash. This structure reinforces that SBDC operations are intended to be co-funded locally and not solely dependent on federal support, and it also signals that applicants must have strong state/local partner commitments and reliable match documentation to remain eligible and compliant.
For questions or access issues, the announcement directs applicants to SBA's Office of Small Business Development Centers. A phone contact is provided at (202) 205-6766, and an email contact is listed as OSBDC@sba.gov for help accessing the full announcement electronically. An additional information link is also included pointing to SBA's SBDC funding opportunities webpage. Overall, the opportunity is best understood as a continuation and performance-based maintenance of the SBDC network, ensuring that existing lead organizations can keep delivering counseling and training services, while meeting strict matching requirements and working in close coordination with SBA and other public and private partners.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the title of this funding opportunity?
The opportunity is titled "Small Business Development Center FY/CY Renewal of the Cooperative Agreement for Current Recipient Organizations."
What is the Funding Opportunity Number?
The Funding Opportunity Number is OSBDC 2011 02.
Who is offering this opportunity?
This opportunity is offered by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Office of Small Business Development Centers (OSBDC).
Is this a competition for new organizations to become SBDC lead recipients?
No. This announcement is not a competition for new entrants. It is specifically structured as a renewal mechanism for organizations that already serve as lead Small Business Development Center (SBDC) recipients.
Who is eligible to apply under OSBDC 2011 02?
Only an existing SBDC recipient organization that is currently funded under the SBDC program for a calendar-year program period (January to December) is eligible to apply under OSBDC 2011 02.
What happens if a non-SBDC organization applies?
The announcement states that an application submitted by an entity that is not a current lead SBDC will not be considered.
What program cycle does OSBDC 2011 02 cover?
OSBDC 2011 02 is designed for current recipient organizations operating on a calendar-year program cycle (January to December).
How is OSBDC 2011 02 different from OSBDC 2011 01?
The SBA notes that Program Announcements OSBDC 2011 01 (for fiscal-year applicants) and OSBDC 2011 02 (for calendar-year applicants) are identical in content, with the difference mainly tied to the applicant cycle.
When was this announcement posted?
The announcement was posted May 25, 2010.
What are the opening and closing dates for this opportunity?
The opening date is referenced as May 21, 2010. The closing deadline is August 26, 2010 at 9:00 pm Eastern Time.
What type of award instrument is used?
The award instrument is a cooperative agreement.
What does "cooperative agreement" mean in this context?
It means SBA expects substantial involvement and ongoing coordination with recipients, rather than a hands-off grant relationship.
What is the purpose of the funding?
The funding is intended to sustain and strengthen the nationwide SBDC service delivery network authorized under Section 21 of the Small Business Act (15 USC 648).
What services are recipients expected to deliver with renewed funding?
Recipients are expected to deliver business management and technical assistance to small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs, including short-term and long-term counseling and training services for clients who want to start a business or expand an existing one.
How is the SBDC program described by SBA?
The SBDC program is described as SBA's largest matching-grant-funded network, designed to provide practical, high-quality advising and training that supports small business growth, expansion, innovation, productivity gains, and improved management practices.
What role does SBA play versus the recipient organization?
SBA retains responsibility for general management and oversight of the SBDC program, while the work is carried out through a partnership between SBA and each recipient organization.
What coordination is expected from SBDCs under this announcement?
SBDCs are expected to collaborate with SBA OSBDC and SBA District Offices, align services with SBA priorities, and align with the economic development goals of state and local funding partners.
What kinds of partners are reflected in the SBDC model described here?
The program is framed as a broad-based system that links federal, state, and local government resources with the educational community (often universities and colleges) and the private sector.
How many awards does SBA expect to make?
The expected number of awards is 41.
What is the estimated total funding amount?
The estimated total funding amount is $107,500,000.
What is the minimum and maximum individual award amount listed?
The award floor is $627,776 and the award ceiling is $6,753,581.
Why do individual award amounts vary?
The announcement indicates awards vary widely, suggesting differences based on factors such as state size, network scope, performance, and program needs.
What is the CFDA number associated with this program?
The associated CFDA number is 59.037 (Small Business Development Centers).
What is the program/category area for this opportunity?
The opportunity is categorized under "Business and Commerce."
Is cost sharing or matching required?
Yes. Recipients must provide non-federal matching funds on a 1:1 basis (one non-federal dollar for each federal dollar awarded).
Can in-kind contributions be used to meet the match requirement?
Yes. Up to half of the required match may be provided as in-kind contributions (such as donated space, equipment, or qualifying third-party support).
Is there a minimum cash requirement for the match?
Yes. At least 50 percent of the required match must be cash.
Why does the program emphasize matching funds?
The matching structure reinforces that SBDC operations are intended to be co-funded locally and not solely dependent on federal support, and it signals that applicants must have strong state/local partner commitments and reliable match documentation to remain eligible and compliant.
How can applicants get help accessing the full announcement electronically?
Applicants are directed to contact SBA's Office of Small Business Development Centers for help accessing the full announcement electronically.
What contact information is provided for questions or access issues?
Phone: (202) 205-6766
Email: OSBDC@sba.gov
Is there an SBA webpage referenced for SBDC funding opportunities?
Yes. The announcement includes an additional information link pointing to SBA's SBDC funding opportunities webpage.
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