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Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program is sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) (facilitated by Arizona Commerce Authority in Arizona). The FAST Partnership Program supports entrepreneurs and startups through programs that advance innovative, technology-driven small businesses.
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Federal And State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program | Seed U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health The SBIR and STTR programs were reauthorized on April 13, 2026. Currently, NIH has no active SBIR or STTR Notices of Funding Opportunity (NOFOs). Future NOFOs are forecasted at Grants.
gov prior to opening for applications. The next standard receipt date is September 5, 2026. Learn if your company is eligible for NIH SBIR or STTR funding, how to apply , and what to expect during each step of the application process.
Multiple registrations are required to prepare your application and apply for funding.
Small Business Program Basics Understanding SBIR and STTR Foreign Disclosure and Risk Management SBIR and STTR Grants (NOFO s ) SBIR Contract Solicitations Commercialization Readiness Pilot (CRP) Small Business Transition Grant for New Entrepreneurs Navigate NIH's Research Areas Applicant Assistance Programs --> Transition Award (Coming Soon) Our team can help you maximize the benefits from NIH programs and resources which help you bring your innovations to life.
NIH's Technical and Business Assistance (TABA) Concept to Clinic Commercializing Innovation (C3i) The NIH is actively turning discovery into health by helping small businesses develop innovative technologies that improve health and save lives. See how .
Small Business Portfolio Overview Active Small Business Awards Research Evaluation and Commercialization Hubs (REACH) Search Technologies from Academic Centers and Hubs Our team can help you maximize the benefits from NIH programs and resources which help you bring your innovations to life. We value biomedical innovation and strive to empower scientists and entrepreneurs to bring their discoveries to patients.
HHS Small Business Program Managers Federal And State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program The Small Business Administration's Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program can support small business entrepreneurs and start-ups. These organizations are funded to increase the number of SBIR/STTR proposals from small business owners in undercapitalized regions.
FAST awardees can support small business entrepreneurs and startups in the life sciences by providing: Technical and business assistance: programs or services that improve proposal development and team creation; assistance that leads to the commercialization of technology developed through SBIR/STTR program funding; and relevant mentoring networks to provide business advice and counseling Financial support: grants or loans to applicants to pay for a portion or all of the cost of developing SBIR/STTR proposals (Phase 0), relevant conference attendance, and bridging gaps between phases Click on the state/territory below to see how the FAST awardee can help you.
The Catalyst Center for Business & Entrepreneurship Alaska Center for Innovation, Commercialization, and Entrepreneurship (Center ICE) Agency and topic navigation Proposal writing, training, and guidance Mentorship and networking opportunities Arizona Commerce Authority SBIR/STTR Training Program Proposal preparation tips Guidance from experts who have successfully obtained grants University of Arkansas at Little Rock - Arkansas SBTDC Assistance with locating matching agency research topics Hands-on guidance with searches of prior awards Guidance drafting a project summary to initiate conversations with agency program managers Assistance with federal registrations SBIR/STTR proposal drafting assistance, proposal review, and budget preparation Market research assistance Competitor identification Introductions to potential company partners in the University system and among existing companies Proposal writing workshops Special-topic innovation workshops Northern California SBDC-Tech Futures Group Colorado Small Business Development Center Proposal assistance funding opportunity Proposal review and guidance Delaware Small Business Development Center Single point of contact for proposal submission applicants Customized agency research and focused submission advice for applicants Customized tailored writing assistance for applicants Proposal development and advisory services to develop a comprehensive winning submission Consulting package valued at $50,000 per applicant submission Florida High Tech Corridor In-person and virtual workshops One-on-one assistance to meet business needs in key areas like topical award identification, budget preparation, proposal review, support letter, and research partnerships Innovation Gateway-University of Georgia Through the UGA FAST program, Georgia-based businesses applying for SBIR/STTR grants will be granted a Phase 0 grant of up to $2,450 towards the upfront cost of employing a grant writing consultant to assist with their SBIR/STTR application to generate a more competitive proposal.
Hawaii Technology Development Corporation (HTDC) The Hawaii Small Business Innovation Research Program (HSBIR) provides matching grants to help companies further the development of new products to solve critical issues. Applicants must have received federal SBIR grants or contracts to qualify for the state matching grant program. The HSBIR program provides up to 50% match for companies receiving SBIR awards.
Companies may also apply for reimbursement for grant writing costs for their initial grant application.
Daily one-to-one consulting Quarterly training on presentation plans and marketing EnterpriseWorks at the University of Illinois One-to-one technical assistance Free training events and webinars Indiana Economic Development Corporation The Indiana Technical Assistance Program (INTAP) is an annual program that helps small Indiana businesses complete growth and improvement projects by providing up to $15,000 in services from a qualified professional and technical vendor.
This helps businesses secure the necessary skill set, qualifications, or technical expertise needed to execute a project.
Iowa Small Business Development Center Information about federal SBIR and STTR funding Kentucky Science and Technology Corporation MicroAwards to facilitate the submission of SBIR/STTR applications Accelerator and incubator programs to position applicants for SBIR/STTR success Consulting and resources to navigate SBIR/STTR and early-stage business processes Leading start-up/small business training, conferences, and networking events Louisiana Economic Development Central Maine Growth Council Maryland Technology Development Corporation (TEDCO) The SBIR/STTR Proposal Lab combines guidance from SBIR Tutorials, best-in-industry proposal training, business development, technical mentorship, expert proposal reviews, and hands-on skills application throughout the program.
Michigan Catalyst Advantage Network (MI-C. A. N.)
Research grant assistance Online training programs, events, and webinars Post-award grants and contracts management Entrepreneurial cohorts and training Confidential business and technical assistance The MS-FAST program provides technical assistance and services that improve proposal development and team creation, mentoring, and the technology commercialization of SBIR/STTR innovations.
Anyone interested in submitting an SBIR/STTR proposal is encouraged to gain a solid overview and understanding of these programs, requirements, submission processes, and types of projects they support. Missouri Small Business Development Center Resources, support, and expertise for submitting a proposal for SBIR/STTR funding.
Montana State University TechLink Center Microgrants to offset out-of-pocket expenses related to preparing a strong proposal, including IP protection, accounting services, customer discovery visits, and more Nebraska Business Development Center Innovation and technology workshops and events University of Nevada, Las Vegas Focused SBIR/STTR Teaching, Entrepreneurship, and Results (FOSTER) Program Virtual lunch and learn series New Jersey Small Business Development Center Tools and resources that guide you through agency requirements and proposal management RF Research Foundation CUNY First Flight Venture Center Propeller pre-Accelerator Program 2-day bootcamp to learn how to submit a competitive Phase I SBIR or STTR proposal UND Center for Innovation Business guidance and expertise Tom Love Innovation Hub at the University of Oklahoma Partnering and collaboration assistance Proposal writing assistance Commercialization support Information for innovators Ben Franklin Technology Partners Corporation Pre-proposal technical review MicroVoucher Program for Phase I SBIR/STTR proposal preparation Federal Marketing Assistance Awards Other federal funding opportunity assistance (e.g., RFPs) Resources and information Puerto Rico Science, Technology & Research Trust University of South Carolina South Dakota Biotechnology Council Assistance with federal registrations Connects entrepreneurs with university researchers Commercialization support Grant writing and technical assistance Expert guidance and ecosystem navigation Technology transfer support LaunchTN's SBIR/STTR Matching Fund Program Free statewide mentoring programs SWTXB SBDC Technology Commercialization Center Technical assistance to innovative entrepreneurs and small technology firms SBIR/STTR submission assistance Training and entrepreneurial education Proposal review and preparation resources One-on-one consulting and business advising Market research assistance Direct proposal assistance Connections to Technical and Business Assistance (TABA) resources University technology transfer Virginia Innovation Partnership Corporation Low-cost training workshops Discounts with proposal consultants (proposal preparation and review) Discounts on proposal preparation software Intro to third-party capital Referral to law firms for free IP and patent consults Referrals to outsourced cost accounting solutions SBIR strategy consultations Funding assistance for select companies seeking their first Phase I or II award (to help pay for some of the services mentioned above) Life Science Washington Institute Information about applying for SBIR/STTR funding Strategies for targeting your proposal to address NIH requirements How to approach each section of your proposal Planning your commercialization strategy Writing to meet the reviewers' expectations Common problems and pitfalls and how to avoid them Demystifying SBIR/STTR Funding Routes Virtual Grant Writing Bootcamp Agency-specific presentations U.
S Research Impact Alliance Center for Technology Commercialization University of Wyoming Small Business Development Center Business advising, training Wyoming SBIR/STTR Initiative (WSSI) to provide initial funding and technical assistance throughout the entire application process National Institutes of Health Product Development Support Looking for the NIH SBIR & STTR site? The new seed. nih.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Arizona-based for-profit small businesses with a place of business located in the United States, no more than 500 employees, and more than 50% owned and controlled by U. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $3,000 per applicant (in previous rounds). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program is funded by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) (facilitated by Arizona Commerce Authority in Arizona). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Arizona. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
On September 2, 2026, SBA published an updated commercialization benchmark: firms with more than 25 Phase II awards in five years must derive at least 33 percent of total revenue from non-SBIR sources in FY2027, and 50 percent from FY2028 onward. It takes effect November 15, 2026. Because the measurement window looks backward three completed fiscal years, the first test is already decided — and the second is two-thirds decided. Here is the arithmetic, the history, and what firms near the line should do.
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