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Federal Funding Application Support (TAP)

Federal Funding Application Support (TAP)

Provides free expert coaching for Maine small businesses applying to federal research funding programs.

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The Federal Funding Application Support program β€” informally known as TAP (Technical Assistance Program) β€” is a free, expert advisory service administered by the Maine Technology Institute (MTI) to help Maine small businesses successfully compete for SBIR, STTR, and other federal R&D funding. MTI is a publicly funded Maine nonprofit created by the state legislature to advance technology-based econ…

Free expert proposal coaching and review services for Maine small businesses applying to SBIR, STTR, and other federal R&D funding programs; no direct cash award.

CycleiHow often this grant runs β€” e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.β€”
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.β€”
Award typeiThe form of funding β€” grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.β€”

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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: www.mainetechnology.org