subdivision of a State. (4) A Tribal government. (5) A manufacturing extension center established as part of the Hollings Manufacturing Extension Partnership. (6) A Manufacturing USA institute as described in section 34(d) of the National Institute of Standards and Technology Act ( 15 U.S.C. 278s(d) ). (7) An institution of higher education acting as part of a consortium, partnership, or joint venture with another eligible entity described in paragraphs (1) through (6). (8) A public or private nonprofit organization or association acting as part of a consortium, partnership, or joint venture with another eligible entity described in paragraphs (1) through (6). (9) A consortium, partnership, or joint venture of two or more eligible entities described under paragraphs (1) through (8). (g) Requirements The Under Secretary may only make a grant, loan, or loan guarantee available to an eligible entity if the Under Secretary makes a determination of the following: (1) The grant, loan, or loan guarantee is for an activity described under subsection (e). (2) Without a grant, loan, or loan guarantee the eligible entity would not be able to fund or finance the activity under reasonable terms and conditions. (3) A grant, loan, or loan guarantee is a cost effective, expedient, and practical financial assistance for the activity. (4) There is a reasonable assurance that— (A) the eligible entity will implement the activity in accordance with the application submitted pursuant to paragraph (2) of subsection (d)