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ClosedDOC NOAA - ERA Production · 2026

MBDA Rural Business Center Program

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Agency: DOC NOAA - ERA Production
Funding: See RFP
Deadline: June 29, 2026 (Passed)
Status: Closed
Eligibility: Eligible applicants: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification). Under the MBDA Act (15 U.S.C. § 9551(2)), eligible Applicants are limited to institutions of higher education described in any of paragraphs (1) through (7) of section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. § 1067q(a)). Consortia of institutions of higher education are also eligible so long as the designated lead Applicant that would enter into the award agreement with MBDA and assume primary operational and financial responsibility for completing the project should an award be made, is an eligible institute of higher education described in any of paragraphs (1) through (7) of section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. § 1067q(a)). Requests from individuals will not be considered for funding. Cost sharing or matching funds are required.

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The Rural Business Center Program will provide awards to support technical assistance, capacity building, and entrepreneurial development services to rural business enterprises at all stages, from ideation to maturity.

Funding Opportunity Number: MBDA-OBC-2026-00003. Assistance Listing: 11.805. Funding Instrument: CA. Category: ST.

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Eligibility Requirements

Eligible applicants: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification).
Under the MBDA Act (15 U.S.C. § 9551(2)), eligible Applicants are limited to institutions of higher education described in any of paragraphs (1) through (7) of section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. § 1067q(a)). Consortia of institutions of higher education are also eligible so long as the designated lead Applicant that would enter into the award agreement with MBDA and assume primary operational and financial responsibility for completing the project should an award be made, is an eligible institute of higher education described in any of paragraphs (1) through (7) of section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. § 1067q(a)). Requests from individuals will not be considered for funding.
Cost sharing or matching funds are required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for MBDA Rural Business Center Program?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Eligible applicants: Others (see text field entitled Additional Information on Eligibility for clarification). Under the MBDA Act (15 U.S.C. § 9551(2)), eligible Applicants are limited to institutions of higher education described in any of paragraphs (1) through (7) of section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. § 1067q(a)). Consortia of institutions of higher education are also eligible so long as the designated lead Applicant that would enter into the award agreement with MBDA and assume primary operational and financial responsibility for completing the project should an award be made, is an eligible institute of higher education described in any of paragraphs (1) through (7) of section 371(a) of the Higher Education Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. § 1067q(a)). Requests from individuals will not be considered for funding. Cost sharing or matching funds are required. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

When is the deadline for MBDA Rural Business Center Program?

The published deadline was June 29, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.

Is MBDA Rural Business Center Program a federal grant?

Yes — MBDA Rural Business Center Program is offered by DOC NOAA - ERA Production and this listing comes from Grants.gov, an official U.S. federal source. Federal applications generally require registrations (for example SAM.gov or an agency submission portal), so allow extra lead time.

How do I apply for MBDA Rural Business Center Program?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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