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FY 2026 NIST Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program Phase I is an annual federal funding opportunity from the National Institute of Standards and Technology offering up to $100,000 to U.S. small businesses with 500 or fewer employees. The program supports science and technology-based firms conducting research and development in measurement science, standards, and related NIST priority areas.
Applicants must have strong research capabilities aligned with topics listed in the annual Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) on Grants. gov. Phase II awards are available only to businesses that successfully complete Phase I projects. The application deadline is April 1, 2026.
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Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) | NIST https://www. nist. gov/tpo/small-business-innovation-research-program-sbir Technology Partnerships Office Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) The SBIR program has not yet been reauthorized by Congress.
While this should not affect previously issued NIST SBIR awards, we are currently unable to provide any updates on when the program will be reauthorized or when new solicitations will be posted. We thank you for your patience . The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) issues an annual Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for SBIR Phase I proposals.
Science and technology-based firms with strong research capabilities in any of the areas listed in the NOFO are encouraged to participate. Phase II awards are limited to small businesses that have successfully completed Phase I projects. Please see Resources for more information on the specifics of the program.
The NIST SBIR FY2025 Phase II Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) No. 2025-NIST-SBIR-02, which was posted on grants. gov, is now closed. Please check back to this site periodically for updates on when the next SBIR NOFO will be released.
NIST press release on SBIR funding awards for 2025 (Phase I) NIST press release on SBIR funding awards for 2025 (Phase II) NIST press release on SBIR funding awards for 2024 NIST press release on SBIR funding awards for 2023 NIST press release on SBIR funding awards for 2022 NIST press release on SBIR funding awards for 2021 ☛ SIGN-UP for the NIST SBIR Newsletter!
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gov (hotline[at]oig[dot]doc[dot]gov) Online Hotline Complaint Form DOC Suspension and Debarment Handbook Successful Prosecutions of SBIR FWA Compliance with SBIR Program Requirements, Applicant Fraud Awareness Training Manufacturing and Technology commercialization Created September 22, 2009, Updated February 18, 2026
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: U. S. small businesses with 500 or fewer employees. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Up to $100,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is April 1, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
Federal grant success rates typically range from 10-30%, varying by agency and program. Build a strong proposal with clear objectives, measurable outcomes, and a well-justified budget to improve your chances.
Requirements vary by sponsor, but typically include a project narrative, budget justification, organizational capability statement, and key personnel CVs. Check the official notice for the complete list of required attachments.
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Review timelines vary by funder. Federal agencies typically take 3-6 months from submission to award notification. Foundation grants may be faster, often 1-3 months. Check the program's timeline in the official solicitation for specific dates.
Many federal programs offer multi-year funding or allow competitive renewals. Check the official solicitation for continuation and renewal policies. Non-competing continuation applications are common for multi-year awards.
NIST SBIR FY 2026 Phase I NOFO offers up to $400,000 in funding for U.S. small businesses with fewer than 500 employees to conduct cutting-edge research and development. Focus areas include advanced communications, artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, quantum science, building technologies, and mathematics and statistics. This Small Business Innovation Research award supports early-stage R&D with strong commercialization potential in areas aligned with NIST's mission. The application deadline is March 31, 2026. Eligible applicants must be U.S.-based small businesses meeting SBA size standards.
Precision Measurement Grants Program is sponsored by National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Department of Commerce. Supports fundamental measurement research and development of physical standards in universities, colleges, and other research labs. Pre‑applications (abbreviated proposals) are due April 9, 2026, with full proposals from finalists due June 22, 2026.