Opportunity ID: 340105

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: MBDA-OBD-2022-2007329
Funding Opportunity Title: Fiscal Year 2022 Broad Agency Announcement – Access to Capital: Innovative Finance
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Environment
Natural Resources
Science and Technology and other Research and Development
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 1
Assistance Listings: 11.802 — Minority Business Resource Development
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 4
Posted Date: May 05, 2022
Last Updated Date: Jun 02, 2022
Original Closing Date for Applications: Jun 06, 2022
Current Closing Date for Applications: Jun 08, 2022
Archive Date: Jul 06, 2022
Estimated Total Program Funding: $884,559
Award Ceiling: $884,559
Award Floor: $884,559

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
Additional Information on Eligibility: Eligible applicants include for-profit entities (including but not limited to partnerships, limited liability companies, and corporations), non-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, or commercial organizations. Government or quasi-governmental organizations are not eligible. The successful applicant and program partners should have knowledge and experience working in the core areas listed under Program Objectives and should expect to work on behalf of MBEs. It is also anticipated that the mission of the successful project applicant will align with both the mission of MBDA and the BAA objectives. Note: Project must be located in the U.S. or any U.S. territory, including Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. MBDA is not authorized to provide awards to individuals under this BAA, and applications from individuals will not be considered under this request.Note: Current Operators of a MBDA Business Center and/or Project are not eligible to apply for this Broad Agency Announcement.

Additional Information

Agency Name: Department of Commerce
Description:

This notice requests applications from qualified organizations for projects addressing historical barriers to capital minority business enterprises (MBEs) face by leveraging non-traditional financial resources. The projects can utilize technical assistance models, pilot innovative solutions, leverage technology, advance research and data, or provide education to non-traditional lenders. MBDA seeks market solutions to the barriers of access to capital that acknowledge lack of traditional collateral/assets as an impediment for MBEs. The projects align with the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) strategic mission to support the growth and global competitiveness of minority business enterprises (MBEs) and the Administration’s strategic priority to advance racial equity and support underserved communities through the Federal government.

Pre-Application Teleconference: MBDA will conduct a series of pre-application teleconferences on May 16, 23 and 26, 2022 Eastern Time. The time of the pre-application teleconferences are 2:00pm – 3:00pm Eastern Daylight Time. Participants must register at least 24 hours in advance of the teleconference. Please visit the MBDA website at www.mbda.gov for more information.

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Nakita Chambers

1401 Constitution Ave., NW

Washington, DC 20230

202-482-0065
Email:nchambers@mbda.gov

Version History

Version Modification Description Updated Date
Closing dated changed to 6/8/2022; inserted revised NOFO and Explanatory Statement Jun 02, 2022
Changed closing date and updated NOFO per PO. May 05, 2022
To change the close date per the PO’s request. May 05, 2022
May 05, 2022

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 4

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: MBDA-OBD-2022-2007329
Funding Opportunity Title: Fiscal Year 2022 Broad Agency Announcement – Access to Capital: Innovative Finance
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Environment
Natural Resources
Science and Technology and other Research and Development
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 1
Assistance Listings: 11.802 — Minority Business Resource Development
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 4
Posted Date: May 05, 2022
Last Updated Date: Jun 02, 2022
Original Closing Date for Applications: Jun 06, 2022
Current Closing Date for Applications: Jun 08, 2022
Archive Date: Jul 06, 2022
Estimated Total Program Funding: $884,559
Award Ceiling: $884,559
Award Floor: $884,559

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
Additional Information on Eligibility: Eligible applicants include for-profit entities (including but not limited to partnerships, limited liability companies, and corporations), non-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, or commercial organizations. Government or quasi-governmental organizations are not eligible. The successful applicant and program partners should have knowledge and experience working in the core areas listed under Program Objectives and should expect to work on behalf of MBEs. It is also anticipated that the mission of the successful project applicant will align with both the mission of MBDA and the BAA objectives. Note: Project must be located in the U.S. or any U.S. territory, including Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. MBDA is not authorized to provide awards to individuals under this BAA, and applications from individuals will not be considered under this request.Note: Current Operators of a MBDA Business Center and/or Project are not eligible to apply for this Broad Agency Announcement.

Additional Information

Agency Name: Department of Commerce
Description:

This notice requests applications from qualified organizations for projects addressing historical barriers to capital minority business enterprises (MBEs) face by leveraging non-traditional financial resources. The projects can utilize technical assistance models, pilot innovative solutions, leverage technology, advance research and data, or provide education to non-traditional lenders. MBDA seeks market solutions to the barriers of access to capital that acknowledge lack of traditional collateral/assets as an impediment for MBEs. The projects align with the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) strategic mission to support the growth and global competitiveness of minority business enterprises (MBEs) and the Administration’s strategic priority to advance racial equity and support underserved communities through the Federal government.

Pre-Application Teleconference: MBDA will conduct a series of pre-application teleconferences on May 16, 23 and 26, 2022 Eastern Time. The time of the pre-application teleconferences are 2:00pm – 3:00pm Eastern Daylight Time. Participants must register at least 24 hours in advance of the teleconference. Please visit the MBDA website at www.mbda.gov for more information.

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Nakita Chambers

1401 Constitution Ave., NW

Washington, DC 20230

202-482-0065
Email:nchambers@mbda.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 3

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: MBDA-OBD-2022-2007329
Funding Opportunity Title: Fiscal Year 2022 Broad Agency Announcement – Access to Capital: Innovative Finance
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Environment
Natural Resources
Science and Technology and other Research and Development
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 1
Assistance Listings: 11.802 — Minority Business Resource Development
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 3
Posted Date: May 05, 2022
Last Updated Date: May 16, 2022
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Jun 06, 2022
Archive Date: Jul 06, 2022
Estimated Total Program Funding: $884,559
Award Ceiling: $884,559
Award Floor: $884,559

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
Additional Information on Eligibility: Eligible applicants include for-profit entities (including but not limited to partnerships, limited liability companies, and corporations), non-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, or commercial organizations. Government or quasi-governmental organizations are not eligible. The successful applicant and program partners should have knowledge and experience working in the core areas listed under Program Objectives and should expect to work on behalf of MBEs. It is also anticipated that the mission of the successful project applicant will align with both the mission of MBDA and the BAA objectives. Note: Project must be located in the U.S. or any U.S. territory, including Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. MBDA is not authorized to provide awards to individuals under this BAA, and applications from individuals will not be considered under this request.Note: Current Operators of a MBDA Business Center and/or Project are not eligible to apply for this Broad Agency Announcement.

Additional Information

Agency Name: Department of Commerce
Description:

This notice requests applications from qualified organizations for projects addressing historical barriers to capital minority business enterprises (MBEs) face by leveraging non-traditional financial resources. The projects can utilize technical assistance models, pilot innovative solutions, leverage technology, advance research and data, or provide education to non-traditional lenders. MBDA seeks market solutions to the barriers of access to capital that acknowledge lack of traditional collateral/assets as an impediment for MBEs. The projects align with the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) strategic mission to support the growth and global competitiveness of minority business enterprises (MBEs) and the Administration’s strategic priority to advance racial equity and support underserved communities through the Federal government.

Pre-Application Teleconference: MBDA will conduct a series of pre-application teleconferences on May 16, 23 and 26, 2022 Eastern Time. The time of the pre-application teleconferences are 2:00pm – 3:00pm Eastern Daylight Time. Participants must register at least 24 hours in advance of the teleconference. Please visit the MBDA website at www.mbda.gov for more information.

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Nakita Chambers

1401 Constitution Ave., NW

Washington, DC 20230

202-482-0065
Email:nchambers@mbda.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 2

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: MBDA-OBD-2022-2007329
Funding Opportunity Title: Fiscal Year 2022 Broad Agency Announcement – Access to Capital: Innovative Finance
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Environment
Natural Resources
Science and Technology and other Research and Development
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 1
Assistance Listings: 11.802 — Minority Business Resource Development
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 2
Posted Date: May 05, 2022
Last Updated Date: May 16, 2022
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Jun 05, 2022
Archive Date: Jul 06, 2022
Estimated Total Program Funding: $884,559
Award Ceiling: $884,559
Award Floor: $884,559

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
Additional Information on Eligibility: Eligible applicants include for-profit entities (including but not limited to partnerships, limited liability companies, and corporations), non-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, or commercial organizations. Government or quasi-governmental organizations are not eligible. The successful applicant and program partners should have knowledge and experience working in the core areas listed under Program Objectives and should expect to work on behalf of MBEs. It is also anticipated that the mission of the successful project applicant will align with both the mission of MBDA and the BAA objectives. Note: Project must be located in the U.S. or any U.S. territory, including Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. MBDA is not authorized to provide awards to individuals under this BAA, and applications from individuals will not be considered under this request.Note: Current Operators of a MBDA Business Center and/or Project are not eligible to apply for this Broad Agency Announcement.

Additional Information

Agency Name: Department of Commerce
Description:

This notice requests applications from qualified organizations for projects addressing historical barriers to capital minority business enterprises (MBEs) face by leveraging non-traditional financial resources. The projects can utilize technical assistance models, pilot innovative solutions, leverage technology, advance research and data, or provide education to non-traditional lenders. MBDA seeks market solutions to the barriers of access to capital that acknowledge lack of traditional collateral/assets as an impediment for MBEs. The projects align with the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) strategic mission to support the growth and global competitiveness of minority business enterprises (MBEs) and the Administration’s strategic priority to advance racial equity and support underserved communities through the Federal government.

Pre-Application Teleconference: MBDA will conduct a series of pre-application teleconferences on May 16, 23 and 26, 2022 Eastern Time. The time of the pre-application teleconferences are 2:00pm – 3:00pm Eastern Daylight Time. Participants must register at least 24 hours in advance of the teleconference. Please visit the MBDA website at www.mbda.gov for more information.

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Nakita Chambers

1401 Constitution Ave., NW

Washington, DC 20230

202-482-0065
Email:nchambers@mbda.gov

DISPLAYING: Synopsis 1

General Information

Document Type: Grants Notice
Funding Opportunity Number: MBDA-OBD-2022-2007329
Funding Opportunity Title: Fiscal Year 2022 Broad Agency Announcement – Access to Capital: Innovative Finance
Opportunity Category: Discretionary
Opportunity Category Explanation:
Funding Instrument Type: Grant
Category of Funding Activity: Environment
Natural Resources
Science and Technology and other Research and Development
Category Explanation:
Expected Number of Awards: 1
Assistance Listings: 11.802 — Minority Business Resource Development
Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement: Yes
Version: Synopsis 1
Posted Date: May 05, 2022
Last Updated Date: May 05, 2022
Original Closing Date for Applications:
Current Closing Date for Applications: Jun 06, 2022
Archive Date: Jul 06, 2022
Estimated Total Program Funding: $884,559
Award Ceiling: $884,559
Award Floor: $884,559

Eligibility

Eligible Applicants: Others (see text field entitled “Additional Information on Eligibility” for clarification)
Additional Information on Eligibility: Eligible applicants include for-profit entities (including but not limited to partnerships, limited liability companies, and corporations), non-profit organizations, institutions of higher education, or commercial organizations. Government or quasi-governmental organizations are not eligible. The successful applicant and program partners should have knowledge and experience working in the core areas listed under Program Objectives and should expect to work on behalf of MBEs. It is also anticipated that the mission of the successful project applicant will align with both the mission of MBDA and the BAA objectives.

Note: Project must be located in the U.S. or any U.S. territory, including Guam, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands. MBDA is not authorized to provide awards to individuals under this BAA, and applications from individuals will not be considered under this request.

Note: Current Operators of a MBDA Business Center and/or Project are not eligible to apply for this Broad Agency Announcement.

Additional Information

Agency Name: Department of Commerce
Description:

This notice requests applications from qualified organizations for projects addressing historical barriers to capital minority business enterprises (MBEs) face by leveraging non-traditional financial resources. The projects can utilize technical assistance models, pilot innovative solutions, leverage technology, advance research and data, or provide education to non-traditional lenders. MBDA seeks market solutions to the barriers of access to capital that acknowledge lack of traditional collateral/assets as an impediment for MBEs. The projects align with the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) strategic mission to support the growth and global competitiveness of minority business enterprises (MBEs) and the Administration’s strategic priority to advance racial equity and support underserved communities through the Federal government.

Pre-Application Teleconference: MBDA will conduct a series of pre-application teleconferences on May 16, 23 and 26, 2022 Eastern Time. The time of the pre-application teleconferences are 2:00pm – 3:00pm Eastern Daylight Time. Participants must register at least 24 hours in advance of the teleconference. Please visit the MBDA website at www.mbda.gov for more information.

Link to Additional Information:
Grantor Contact Information: If you have difficulty accessing the full announcement electronically, please contact:

Nakita Chambers

1401 Constitution Ave., NW

Washington, DC 20230

202-482-0065
Email:nchambers@mbda.gov

Folder 340105 Full Announcement-Explanatory statement -> MBDA-OBD-2022-2007329 Explanatory (Rev).pdf

Folder 340105 Full Announcement-Full Announcement -> MBDA-OBD-2022-2007329 (Rev).pdf

Packages

Agency Contact Information: Nakita Chambers
1401 Constitution Ave., NW
Washington, DC 20230
202-482-0065
Email: nchambers@mbda.gov
Who Can Apply: Organization Applicants

Assistance Listing Number Competition ID Competition Title Opportunity Package ID Opening Date Closing Date Actions
11.802 3065998 Fiscal Year 2022 Broad Agency Announcement – Access to Capital: Innovative Finance PKG00274036 May 05, 2022 Jun 08, 2022 View

Package 1

Mandatory forms

340105 SF424_4_0-4.0.pdf

340105 ProjectNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

340105 CD511-1.1.pdf

340105 BudgetNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

340105 SF424B-1.1.pdf

340105 SF424A-1.0.pdf

Optional forms

340105 SFLLL_2_0-2.0.pdf

340105 OtherNarrativeAttachments_1_2-1.2.pdf

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