Women's Business Center Application Readiness and Procurement Assistance
ID: 354747Type: Posted
Overview

Buyer

Small Business Administration (SBA)

Award Range

$75K - $150K

Eligible Applicants

Nonprofits Without 501(c)(3) Status

Funding Category

Business and Commerce

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes

Original Source

https://grants.gov/search-results-detail/354747

Additional Information

https://www.grantsolutions.gov/gs/preaward/previewPublicAnnouncement.do?id=111485
Timeline
    Description

    The Small Business Administration (SBA) is offering a grant opportunity titled "Women's Business Center Application Readiness and Procurement Assistance" aimed at supporting organizations in establishing Women's Business Centers (WBCs). The primary objectives of this funding are to assist women entrepreneurs in preparing for certification as Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Businesses (EDWOSB), as well as to enhance their procurement readiness and entrepreneurial development. Eligible applicants include private, non-profit organizations without 501(c)(3) status, and the funding amounts range from $75,000 to $150,000, with a matching funds requirement. Proposals must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov by August 7, 2024, and interested parties can reach out to Grants.gov Customer Support at support@grants.gov for assistance.

    Point(s) of Contact
    support@grants.gov
    Files
    Title
    Posted
    2024_OWBO_WOSB_NOFO_Synopsis.pdf
    The U.S. Small Business Administration's Office of Women’s Business Ownership (OWBO) has released a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) labeled SB-OEDWB-24-003, inviting applications for grants targeting private, non-profit organizations with 501(c) tax exempt status. The funding, available from June 6, 2024, to August 7, 2024, aims to support the Women's Business Centers (WBC) program, encouraging comprehensive business services for women entrepreneurs, particularly those who are socially and economically disadvantaged. The program seeks to stimulate significant economic impact through job creation, business startup support, and increased revenues in local communities. Multiple awards ranging from $75,000 to $150,000 will be granted, with cost-sharing requirements in place to boost collective investment. Inquiries regarding this opportunity should be directed to the Office of Small Business Development Centers.
    2024_OWBO_WOSB.pdf
    The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the Office of Women’s Business Centers Program (Opportunity Number: SB-OEDWB-24-003) with applications opening on June 6, 2024, and closing on August 7, 2024. All applications must be submitted electronically via Grants.gov, and organizations must complete their registration, which can take 1-2 weeks. This process requires obtaining a Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and registering with the System for Award Management (SAM). The registration involves appointing an authorized official and may include a notarized letter, extending the timeline for active registration to about 10 business days. The application requires specific forms including the SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance) and the SF-424(A) for budgeting. Other necessary documents include a Technical Proposal, Indirect Cost Rate Agreement, A-133 Audit Report, and a WBC Workbook. This funding opportunity is aimed at supporting women's business centers to promote women’s entrepreneurship. Applicants are encouraged to reach out to SBA for assistance at OWBO@sba.gov and given resources for further guidance on the registration and application process.
    WBC.bin
    Women's.pdf
    The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is announcing a grant opportunity for organizations to establish Women’s Business Centers (WBCs) under the Women's Business Center Application Readiness and Procurement Assistance Grant (FOA No. SB-OEDWB-24-003). The funding period is from September 30, 2024, to September 29, 2025, with a proposal submission deadline of August 7, 2024. The primary objectives are to assist women entrepreneurs in preparation for certification as Women-Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Businesses (EDWOSB), as well as to enhance procurement readiness. Eligible applicants must be private, non-profit organizations with 501(c) tax-exempt status. Three distinct projects are outlined: Project 1 focuses on certification training; Project 2 emphasizes federal contracting training; and Project 3 allows for innovative solutions to address unmet needs of women entrepreneurs in the federal marketplace. A significant requirement is the matching funds structure, where the grantees must provide non-federal funds equal to one half of the federal grant in the initial years and on a one-to-one basis thereafter. Proposals must be submitted through Grants.gov, and a pre-application information session will be held to provide additional guidance. The emphasis on underserved communities reflects the SBA's commitment to fostering economic growth and equal opportunities for women entrepreneurs.
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