What is SBIR?
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The Small Business Innovative Research (SBIR) program has seed money available for small research and development firms who are able to offer innovative solutions to a variety of challenges faced the federal government.
What is STTR?
The Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program fosters partnerships between research institutions and small businesses.
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You can learn more about both programs on SBIR.gov
wHO IS eligible FOR THE PROGRAM?
The program is open to small businesses who are owned by a US resident and who are set up as for-profit. The business must have less than 500 employees, including all affiliates.
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wHAT IS A pRINCIPLE iNVESTIGATOR?
The Principal Investigator (PI) is the main point of contact for a SBIR/STTR proposal. They must be employed with the business at the time of award and must be able to bring the project to fruition.
You must be a legally established business in order to submit a proposal. Find assistance at SCORE.
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Learn the basics of SBIR funding and if it 's a match for you.
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Determine which federal agency is most likely to fund your innovation.
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Find an appropriate topic to respond to and submit a proposal.
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How much funding is available?
Funding varies from agency to agency, but generally a Phase I contract or grant is for a 3 - 18 month time period, and up to $301, 000 in funding. Phase II awards can be for up to 24 months and up to $1.5 million in funding.
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Updated: 2024
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