APEX Accelerator-Option Period for Existing Award Recipients

The Department of Defense, through the Aberdeen Division A, is soliciting cooperative agreement applications for existing APEX Accelerators to maintain their operations as procurement technical assistance resources for large, small, and newly started businesses. This funding opportunity, identified by solicitation number DOW2027APEXACCELERATORCLOSED, provides awards ranging from a floor of 60,000 dollars to a ceiling of 1,500,000 dollars, with an expected 88 awards. The program requires recipients to maintain accessible public facilities within their coverage area, though remote work strategies are permitted. Performance is measured against programmatic goals and metrics published on the APEXAccelerators.us website, and recipients must provide regular performance reports, client satisfaction surveys, and detailed success stories. Awards are based on best value, with past performance weighted as the most important factor, followed by program execution and cost. Applicants must provide a comprehensive continuation package including a detailed budget, certifications of cost matching funds, and a program manager resume. Key compliance requirements include maintaining an active SAM registration and a Unique Entity Identifier, adhering to ADA standards, and complying with various federal regulations such as the Clean Air Act and the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act for applicable contract values. Financial administration is managed through the Wide Area Workflow system, and the program is overseen by Grants Officer Monica Wideman.