Fund Your Company with Federal SBIR Grants for Technology Research
This year, the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program and the Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program will provide more than $2.1 billion dollars to businesses developing new technologies in software, hardware, biosciences, clean energy, and more. These awards come in the form of Phase I and Phase II grants that can provide millions in non-dilutive capital for your growing firm.
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FAQ
- Which Federal Agencies participate in the SBIR/STTR Program?
15 Federal Agencies provide grants through the SBIR and STTR programs, including: - Department of Defense (DOD) including Army, Air Force, Navy, DARPA, Coast Guard, SOCOM, MDA, OSD, NGA, and DTRA
- Departments of Health and Human Services (DHHS) including National Institute of Health (NIH)
- Department of Agriculture (USDA)
- Department of Commerce (DOC)
- Department of Education (DoED)
- Department of Energy (DOE)
- Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
- Department of Transportation (DOT)
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
- National Science Foundation (NSF)
- How does SBIR/STTR funding relate to Venture Capital (VC) funding?
Many firms with SBIR/STTR funding go on to get VC funding. The SBIR/STTR funding is used to reduce technical risk and establish credibility with potential government customers prior to securing VC investments.
- How do I find SBIR solicitations?
Each government agency independently releases their solicitations on their respective websites on their own published schedules.
- Who wins SBIR/STTR grants?
Generally any small business under 500 employees is eligible to bid on and win SBIR/STTR grants. Over 25% of SBIR/STTR awards are to small businesses with less than 10 employees with no previous award. If you have an innovative idea or technology chances are there is SBIR/STTR funding out there for you!
- What are Phase 1, Phase 2, and Phase 3 SBIRs and STTRs?
SBIR Phase 1 awards funds initial study and feasibility analysis of your idea or technology to solve the sponsor's problem. Phase 1s are usually 6-12 months and up to $150,000.
SBIR Phase 2 awards funds prototype development to demonstrate a working proof-of-concept solution. Phase 2s are usually 18-24 months and up to $1,000,000.
SBIR Phase 3 awards represent a growth of your technology beyond the technology development focus of the SBIR program. Phase 3 awards fund technology transition and commercialization to meet specific government needs. There are no caps on Phase 3 durations or funding levels.
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