APEX Accelerator-Option Period for Existing Award Recipients

The APEX Accelerator-Option Period for Existing Award Recipients is a funding opportunity administered by the U.S. Department of Defense through the ACC-APG-Aberdeen Division A. This grant supports existing APEX Accelerators, previously known as Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTACs), which serve to assist businesses—both large and small, including start-ups—in navigating and securing government procurement opportunities. This federal initiative underscores the government’s commitment to supporting businesses in accessing defense-related contracts and increasing supplier diversity across military and federal acquisition systems. The goal of this funding opportunity is to maintain operational continuity for current APEX Accelerators as they continue providing procurement technical assistance. This includes guidance on how to find and compete for federal, state, and local government contracts, understanding regulations and compliance, and building capacity for sustainable business growth. Award recipients are expected to use the funding to further these services across their respective service areas, contributing to the overarching mission of enhancing national industrial base participation and readiness. Applicants eligible for this option period are exclusively those who are existing recipients of APEX Accelerator cooperative agreements. The announcement is not open to new applicants or organizations that are not part of the current APEX Accelerator network. Funding will be provided via cooperative agreements, which typically include substantial involvement from the Department of Defense, allowing for oversight and guidance throughout the performance period. The program offers a funding range from $60,000 to $1,500,000 per recipient, with an estimated 60 awards expected to be distributed. A cost-sharing or matching requirement is in place, although specific match ratios or requirements must be clarified per award or guidance from the grantor. There is no published total program funding, and applicants are encouraged to review their award history and capacity to scale services when determining their request amount. The application process is straightforward but limited to existing recipients. Applications must be submitted electronically by December 16, 2025, with no extensions to the deadline allowed. The solicitation was posted on November 18, 2025, and will be archived on January 15, 2026. Applicants are advised to retain performance and financial reporting templates provided for the FY26 cycle, as the public posting will not be available after the archive date. For further information, prospective applicants can contact Monica Wideman by phone at 520-669-8831. Email contact is also available but was not explicitly stated in the opportunity notice. The program falls under CFDA listing 12.002 and relates to business and commerce activities. More details about the program and its framework can be found on the APEX Accelerators website.

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