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Illinois SBIR/STTR Matching Grant Program is sponsored by Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO). This state program provides matching grant funds to Illinois small businesses that have received federal Phase I SBIR or STTR awards.
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Jamie Gladfelter ( CEO. SBIR@illinois. gov ) Type of Assistance Instrument Funding Opportunity Number Funding Opportunity Title Anticipated Number of Awards Estimated Total Program Funding Restrictions on Indirect Costs 11/17/2022 - 06/30/2027 : 5:00pm https://gata.
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Application Documents – Please read the NOFO Supplement and complete the requirements NOFO Supplement 2382-2419 SBIR/STTR Match Program Uniform Grant Application 2382-2419 SBIR/STTR Match Program Mandatory Disclosure 2382-2419 SBIR/STTR Match Program Conflict of Interest Disclosure 2382-2419 SBIR/STTR Match Program Application Submission Form Phase I Match Applications https://app. smartsheet.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Illinois small businesses that have received federal Phase I SBIR or STTR awards. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Applications for Illinois SBIR/STTR Matching Grant Program are due June 30, 2027. This is an annual program. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Illinois SBIR/STTR Matching Grant Program is funded by Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
This opportunity targets applicants in Illinois. If your organization operates elsewhere, check the official notice for location requirements.
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