SBA WBC Modernization Initiative FY26

SBA Posted SB-OEDWB-26-002

Description

The purpose of this Notice of Funding Opportunity is to invite proposals for funding to establish a Women’s Business Centers (WBCs) modernization and alignment initiative. This initiative will establish a Lead Center Model, supported by a network of Service Centers, to deliver coordinated, statewide or territory-wide business services. To support a more evenly distributed funding allocation by population, this competition is limited to applicants in the following states: Florida, Louisiana, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, Virgin Islands, West Virgina, and Wyoming. Selected awardees must reside in the state in which it will serve as a Lead Center. Selected awardees will be responsible for designing and executing an integrated service delivery approach that ensures comprehensive coverage and aligns resources with the needs of the local entrepreneurs.
Funding Details
Award Floor
$250,000.00
Award Ceiling
$2,084,765.00
Total Estimated Funding
Not specified
Expected Awards
8
Key Dates
Posted
July 10, 2026
Closes
August 10, 2026 9d
Archive Date
September 9, 2026
Agency Information
Agency Name
Small Business Administration
Agency Code
SBA
Funding Instrument
Other