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The blog post confirms the SBIR 25.1 submission deadline was February 5, 2025 — this solicitation is closed. No stored deadline provided.
DoD SBIR 25. 1 and STTR 25. A Solicitations is sponsored by Department of Defense.
This solicitation cycle for the DoD SBIR and STTR programs offers funding for innovative research and development projects with defense and dual-use applications. It specifically highlights emerging technologies in areas such as Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, and Sensors and Surveillance, making it highly relevant for acoustic sensing AI.
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A Solicitations Open Soon The Department of Defense (DoD) is gearing up to release its 25. 1 SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) and 25. A STTR (Small Business Technology Transfer) solicitations, offering small businesses a pathway to secure funding for innovative research and development projects with defense and dual-use applications.
These programs provide critical non-dilutive funding to foster technological advancements that align with DoD’s mission and priorities. With the pre-release scheduled for December 4, 2024 , and applications opening January 8, 2025 , now is the time to start planning your submission.
Pre-Release Period: December 4, 2024 Applications Open: January 8, 2025 Submission Deadline: February 5, 2025, at 12:00 PM EST Why Participate in the DoD SBIR/STTR Programs? The DoD SBIR and STTR programs are designed to engage small businesses in federal R&D with strong commercialization potential.
They support innovative technologies that address the challenges faced by the military while offering opportunities to adapt these solutions for broader markets. SBIR 25. 1: Targets early-stage R&D projects that meet DoD-specific needs, fostering groundbreaking innovations that can be further developed for military or commercial use.
STTR 25. A: Focuses on collaborations between small businesses and research institutions, enabling academic research to transition into practical applications. During the pre-release period (December 4, 2024 – January 7, 2025), you can review topics of interest and connect with the topic authors to ask technical questions.
Once the solicitation opens on January 8, direct communication with the topic authors will no longer be allowed, so use this period wisely to refine your approach.
The DoD SBIR/STTR programs prioritize topics that address key defense challenges, including emerging technologies in areas such as: Artificial intelligence and machine learning The competition for DoD funding is fierce, and preparing a strong application requires time and attention to detail. Starting early allows you to: Review solicitation topics to ensure alignment with DoD priorities.
Refine your technical approach and commercialization strategy. Engage with topic authors during the pre-release period. Navigate necessary registrations, including SAM.
gov and the Defense SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal (DSIP). With applications closing on February 5, 2025 , the clock is ticking to take advantage of this opportunity. The DoD SBIR/STTR programs offer a critical pathway to funding that can accelerate your innovation while opening doors to potential military and commercial markets.
Visit the DoD SBIR/STTR Opportunities website for detailed information on the solicitation and topics. Ready To Take the Next Step? We assist our clients in locating, applying for, and evaluating the outcomes of non-dilutive grant funding.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses. Pre-release period allows for interaction with topic authors to refine proposals. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
DoD SBIR 25.1 and STTR 25.A Solicitations is funded by Department of Defense. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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The Department of Defense FY2026 Defense University Research Instrumentation Program (DURIP) provides funding for U.S. universities to acquire research equipment and instrumentation in areas important to national defense, including AI and machine learning hardware. The program is administered jointly by the Army Research Office (ARO), Office of Naval Research (ONR), and Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR), with approximately $34 million available and 95 awards anticipated. DURIP funds the acquisition of specialized computing hardware for AI/ML research (GPU clusters, TPUs, neuromorphic processors), robotics and autonomous systems testbeds, sensor arrays and data collection systems for machine learning training, high-performance computing infrastructure for defense-relevant AI research, and laboratory equipment for human-AI interaction studies. The program specifically supports equipment that enhances research-related education in DoD-priority disciplines. While general-purpose computing is not eligible, computing equipment directly supporting DoD-relevant AI research programs qualifies. No cost sharing is required.
DoD Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI) is sponsored by Department of Defense (DoD) - Office of Naval Research (ONR). The Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI), administered by the Department of Defense Office of Naval Research, supports basic research in science and engineering at U. S.
The FY2026 Department of Defense Multidisciplinary University Research Initiative (MURI) program supports basic research in science and engineering at U.S. institutions of higher education, with emphasis on multidisciplinary research where more than one traditional discipline interacts. The Army, Navy, and Air Force basic research offices are seeking applications across 22 topic areas including artificial intelligence and autonomy, information sensing and processing, and systems manipulation. MURI grants typically provide $1.25 million to $1.5 million per year for three years with option to extend two additional years. Approximately $170 million in total funding is available annually across all topics. The program is administered through the Office of Naval Research (ONR), Army Research Office (ARO), and Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR).
DoD Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI) is sponsored by Department of Defense (DoD) - Office of Naval Research (ONR). The Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI), administered by the Department of Defense Office of Naval Research, supports basic research in science and engineering at U. S.
SBIR SF254-D1206: Knowledge-Guided Test and Evaluation Frameworks for proliferated Low Earth Orbit Constellations is sponsored by U.S. Air Force. DOD SBIR topic SF254-D1206: Knowledge-Guided Test and Evaluation Frameworks for proliferated Low Earth Orbit Constellations. Component: U.S. Air Force. Command: SDA. Solicitation: DoD SBIR 2025.4. Phase(s): D2PII, II, SPII. Status: Pre-Release. Open date: 3/4/2026.
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