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DoD SBIR/STTR Open Topic Solicitations (FY27 Release 1) is sponsored by Department of Defense (DoD) / Air Force / Navy. The DoD issues Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs) and Commercial Solutions Openings (CSOs) for its SBIR/STTR programs to procure basic and applied research from small businesses that address national security challenges.
This particular solicitation features both conventional SBIR Phase I topics and a CSO Open Topic, seeking innovative solutions in areas like agile manufacturing, AI-enabled computer vision, and advanced hardware/software prototypes.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small business concerns (SBCs) that meet the specific eligibility requirements outlined in the program BAA or CSO and component-specific instructions. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows not reported (capped at $323,090 for Phase I, $2,153,927 for Phase II, with waivers allowing higher amounts). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for DoD SBIR/STTR Open Topic Solicitations (FY27 Release 1) are due November 25, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
DoD SBIR/STTR Open Topic Solicitations (FY27 Release 1) is funded by Department of Defense (DoD) / Air Force / Navy. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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