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.
wHO IS eligible FOR THE PROGRAMs?
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 $305, 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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