Small Business Transportation Technical Assistance Center (Region 1)
🏛 69A350 OSDBU
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Can you apply?
This grant is for organizations ready to establish and operate a Small Business Transportation Technical Assistance Center serving Region 1. Applicants must have capacity to provide technical assistance to small and disadvantaged businesses in the transportation sector. The cooperative agreement is a 10-month base year with two optional renewal years based on performance.
Organizations must demonstrate expertise in small business support, transportation industry knowledge, and the ability to serve the designated region. Eligible recipients likely include nonprofits, universities, or business development organizations with relevant experience.
Activities funded include establishing centers, providing technical assistance, training, and resources to help small transportation businesses grow and compete. The center will serve as a regional hub for business development support.
⚖️ Cost sharing / matching required — applicants must contribute their own funds.
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Program description
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT), Office of the Secretary (OST), Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU), announces the availability of funding under Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) Number OST/OSDBU-2027-SBTTAC-Region1-FY2027-1 to establish and operate the Region 1 Small Business Transportation Technical Assistance Center (SBTTAC) formerly known as the Small Business Transportation Resource Centers (SBTRC).The cooperative agreement is for one (1) award for a 10-months base year with two option years, based on performance.
Link to Recorded NOFO Information Session (Webinar) – Aug 3, 2026, 1PM ET
Passcode: Nzy1RYQ=
Who can apply
Eligible applicants
How to apply
Application links
Key dates & requirements
Required documents
- SF-424 (Application for Federal Assistance)
- Project Narrative/Work Plan
- Budget and Budget Narrative
- Organizational Capacity Documentation
- Letters of Support/Commitment
- Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (if applicable)
- Cost Share Documentation
Program contact
- 👤 Lynn Bailey Grantor
- 📧 lynn.bailey@dot.gov
- 📞 4458670869
Funding track record
Recent awards under CFDA 20.910 from the last 3 years — real organizations that won funding through this same program.
Top 10 Largest Recent Awards
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$890,360
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$885,000
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$874,650
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$829,718
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$729,623
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$726,402
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$699,885
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$682,571
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$580,983
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$543,858
Top States by Funding
- IL 3 awards $1.7M
- NY 2 awards $1.4M
- NC 2 awards $1.4M
- CO 2 awards $1.4M
- TX 2 awards $1.2M
Source: USAspending.gov — federal spending transparency. Data covers last 3 years.
Funding history
Annual funding for this program — Federal obligations (CFDA 20.910). How funding has trended year over year.
| 2024 | $2,300,000 | |
| 2025 | $2,300,000 |
FAQ
Who can apply for this grant?
Organizations with capacity to operate a technical assistance center for small and disadvantaged businesses in transportation. You'll need demonstrated experience in business support and transportation sector knowledge.
What is the award amount and duration?
The award is $377,016 for a 10-month base year. Two optional years are available based on performance, making up to 30 months possible.
What activities does this grant fund?
Establishing and operating a regional technical assistance center. Providing training, consulting, and resources to small transportation businesses on topics like compliance, financing, and operations.
Is cost sharing required?
Yes, cost sharing is required. The grant document confirms this requirement, though the specific percentage is not detailed in available materials.
What type of organization should apply?
Nonprofits, universities, and business development organizations with regional presence and transportation sector expertise are well-positioned for this funding.
💡 Tips for applicants
- Review the recorded NOFO webinar from August 3, 2026 to understand funder priorities and region-specific expectations.
- Emphasize your organization's existing relationships with small and disadvantaged transportation businesses in Region 1.
- Develop a clear 10-month implementation plan with measurable outcomes for the base year and growth plan for optional years.
- Detail your cost-sharing commitment upfront. Show realistic funding sources beyond this grant.
- Highlight staff expertise in both transportation industry and small business technical assistance delivery.
⚠️ Common mistakes
Applications lack clear evidence of transportation sector expertise and existing networks in the region. Many fail to provide realistic cost-sharing plans or underestimate operational costs. Weak performance metrics make it hard for reviewers to assess year-to-year success and option year renewability.
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