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ActiveDepartment of Energy (DOE) · 2026

FY 2025 SBIR/STTR Phase I Release 1 (Department of Energy)

Quick Facts

Agency: Department of Energy (DOE)
Funding: Up to $200,000 or $250,000 (depending on the topic) for Phase I
Deadline: Check Source
Status: Active
Eligibility: Small businesses with innovative, cost-effective solutions to challenging scientific and engineering problems. Success in Phase I is a prerequisite for Phase II.

About This Grant

FY 2025 SBIR/STTR Phase I Release 1 (Department of Energy) is sponsored by Department of Energy (DOE). This funding opportunity supports high-quality research and development on innovative concepts concerning important mission-related scientific or engineering problems and opportunities that have high potential for commercialization.

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SBIR FY 2025 | U.S. DOE Office of Science(SC) Tuesday, November 12, 2024 Webinar 1: Topics 1, 20-21, 32- 33 Slides Webinar 2: Topics 2-10 Slides Webinar 3: Topics 11-16 Slides Webinar 4: Topics 17-19 & 22-31 Slides Friday, December 27, 2024 Thursday, August 8, 2024 (Webinar) Slides Friday, August 9, 2024 (Q&A) Thursday, January 2, 2025 (Webinar) Slides Friday January 3, 2025 (Q&A) Letters of Intent (LOI) Due Tuesday, January 14, 2025 Non-responsive LOI Feedback Provided Monday, September 16, 2024 Wednesday, February 26, 2025 Friday, August 29, 2025 (Delayed) Projected Grant Start Date Friday, September 26, 2025 Phase Shift I Kick-off (formerly I-Corps) *Registration link will be posted here, one week prior to the webinars.

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**All dates subject to change Tuesday, October 15, 2024 Monday, August 11, 2025 (Delayed) Phase II Release 1 NOFO Webinar Wednesday, August 20, 2025 (Delayed) LOI (All Phase II applications) Due Wednesday, November 6, 2024 5:00pm ET Wednesday, September 3, 2025 5:00pm ET (Delayed) Tuesday, December 3, 2024 11:59pm ET Tuesday, September 30, 2025 11:59pm ET (Delayed) Monday, January 26, 2026 (Delayed) Projected Grant Start Date Monday, March 2, 2026 (Delayed) **All dates subject to change Contact the DOE SBIR/STTR Programs Office U.S. Department of Energy SC-29/Germantown Building 1000 Independence Ave.

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Eligibility Requirements

Small businesses with innovative, cost-effective solutions to challenging scientific and engineering problems. Success in Phase I is a prerequisite for Phase II.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for FY 2025 SBIR/STTR Phase I Release 1 (Department of Energy)?

According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses with innovative, cost-effective solutions to challenging scientific and engineering problems. Success in Phase I is a prerequisite for Phase II. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.

How much funding does FY 2025 SBIR/STTR Phase I Release 1 (Department of Energy) offer?

The current listing shows up to $200,000 or $250,000 (depending on the topic) for Phase I. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.

Who funds FY 2025 SBIR/STTR Phase I Release 1 (Department of Energy)?

FY 2025 SBIR/STTR Phase I Release 1 (Department of Energy) is funded by Department of Energy (DOE). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.

How do I apply for FY 2025 SBIR/STTR Phase I Release 1 (Department of Energy)?

Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.

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