Opportunity
Simpler Grants.gov #BIA-IBIP-2026-OIED
Indian Business Incubators Program Grants for Native Entrepreneur Support
Buyer
Bureau of Indian Affairs Central Office
Posted
June 09, 2026
Respond By
July 24, 2026
Identifier
BIA-IBIP-2026-OIED
NAICS
813211
The Bureau of Indian Affairs, Office of Indian Economic Development (OIED), is seeking proposals for the Indian Business Incubators Program (IBIP) to support Native entrepreneurs and businesses on or near Tribal reservation communities. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Department of the Interior - Bureau of Indian Affairs - Office of Indian Economic Development (OIED) - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named, as this is a grant program for eligible entities (e.g., Tribal governments, organizations, nonprofits, higher education institutions) - Products/Services Requested: - Grant funding for established business incubators - Services include: - Entrepreneurship and business skills training - Mentorship and networking opportunities - Technical assistance - Access to investors - Program Details: - Approximately 10 grants will be awarded - Each grant ranges from $300,000 to $400,000 annually - Initial period of performance is 36 months (three 12-month budget periods), with possible renewal for an additional 36 months - Cost sharing of at least 25% is required unless waived - Emphasis on measurable outcomes: business formation, job creation, and economic impact - Unique Requirements: - Applicants must be established business incubators serving Native entrepreneurs - Focus on supporting economic development in Tribal reservation communities
Description
The Bureau of Indian Affairs (DOI-BIA) is soliciting proposals for the Indian Business Incubators Program (IBIP) to support Native entrepreneurs with start-up, early-stage, and established businesses serving Tribal reservation communities. The program provides entrepreneurship and business skills training, mentorship, networking, technical assistance, and access to investors. Awards are grants ranging from $300,000 to $400,000 annually, with an initial 36-month term and possible renewal for an additional 36 months. Approximately 10 grants are expected to be awarded, with a total program funding of $3,000,000. Cost sharing is required.