Funding is available to run a technical assistance center in Region 6 that helps small and disadvantaged businesses in transportation, with a 1-year base award and two possible extension years.
Funder: 69A350 OSDBU
Due Dates: August 30, 2026 (Full application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $441,559 (12-month base year; up to 2 option years possible; 1 award expected)
Summary: Funds a center to deliver technical assistance, training, and business support for small transportation businesses in Region 6.
Key Information: 15% cost share required; at least 50% of match must be cash.
This opportunity supports the establishment and operation of the Region 6 Small Business Transportation Technical Assistance Center (SBTTAC), formerly known as the SBTRC. The program is administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU). The selected organization will deliver technical assistance, training, outreach, and business development services to small businesses in the transportation sector within Region 6. Program objectives include strengthening small business capacity to compete for and perform on federal, state, local, and private transportation contracts, with a focus on measurable outcomes such as capital infusion, counseling hours, and training events.