Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #SB-GC7J-26-001
Grant for hands-on manufacturing training and technical assistance to small businesses under SBA Empower to Grow Program
Buyer
Small Business Administration
Posted
May 04, 2026
Respond By
June 16, 2026
Identifier
SB-GC7J-26-001
NAICS
611430, 611513
This opportunity from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) seeks organizations to deliver hands-on manufacturing training and technical assistance to small businesses: - Government Buyer: - U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) - Scope of Work: - Provide innovative, in-person manufacturing training and technical assistance - Target eligible small manufacturing business concerns - Services delivered regionally or nationally - Eligibility Requirements: - Applicants must be for-profit organizations, small businesses, nonprofits, or educational institutions - Minimum three years of experience in manufacturing-related training and technical assistance - Funding Details: - Total program funding: $50,000,000 - Up to 10 awards, each valued at $5,000,000 - No cost sharing or matching required - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or vendors are mentioned - Products/Services Requested: - Manufacturing training and technical assistance services - Unique Requirements: - Emphasis on hands-on, in-person delivery - Must support small manufacturing businesses - Place of Performance: - SBA federal office (contracting office) - Services to be delivered to small businesses nationwide
Description
This funding opportunity invites proposals from established organizations to provide innovative hands-on, in-person manufacturing training and technical assistance to eligible small manufacturing business concerns. The program is under the U.S. Small Business Administration's Empower to Grow Program. Eligible applicants include for-profit organizations, small businesses, nonprofits, and educational institutions with experience in manufacturing-related training. The grant aims to support small manufacturing businesses on a regional or national basis.