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Navy SBIR/STTR Phase I is a competitive research and development grant from the Department of Defense Navy that funds small businesses and defense technology startups developing innovative technologies with potential Navy and national defense applications.
The program provides Phase I awards of up to $256,000 to support feasibility research and proof-of-concept work, with successful awardees eligible to apply for Phase II funding for further development and commercialization. Eligible applicants are small businesses organized and operating in the United States with 500 or fewer employees. The Navy has funded over $11 billion in SBIR/STTR technologies to date.
Solicitations are released through Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs) on the Navy SBIR/STTR program website; specific topic deadlines vary by announcement cycle.
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Small Business Innovation Research Small Business Technology Transfer - Program Info - - FAQs - Overview FAQs / Navy SBIR Description FAQs / All SBIR SBIR Tutorial Eligibility Getting Started Policy / Law Getting Paid Fraud, Waste, and Abuse Broad Agency Announcements Current DoW SBIR/STTR BAAs Current Navy SBIR/STTR BAAs Navy SBIR Transition Program (STP) SBIR Experimentation Cell (DON-SEC) Navy Awards & Success Stories Database Current DoW SBIR/STTR Topics Presentations / Tutorials Reference Material / Manuals Transition / Commercialization Resources Navy Virtual Transitions Marketplace VTM To date, the Navy has funded over $11 billion to commercialize SBIR/STTR technologies.
Government Shutdown and SBIR/STTR Effective January 31, 2026 , the Government is in a shutdown status given a lapse in appropriations.
During a shutdown, not all government personnel are furloughed but there may be impacts to the following DON SBIR/STTR processes: Contract negotiation and award SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Effective October 1, 2025 , legislative authority for the SBIR and STTR programs has expired, and without reauthorization, the Department of the Navy SBIR/STTR Programs have limited authority to operate.
Activities are impacted as follows: No new Department of War solicitations/topics will be released. FY26 solicitation releases (pre-release, open, and closing) dates will be clarified following program reauthorization. The September 2025 (Release 12) topics will remain in the pre-release phase until the programs are reauthorized.
Topics will open on the first Wednesday following program reauthorization. Closing dates will be extended accordingly to maintain a four-week open period for proposal submissions. Active awards remain valid, however incremental funding or other modifications could be delayed.
Only proposals selected from solicitations issued prior to program lapse may be awarded. Phase II and Phase III opportunities are still available if proposed to and/or awarded under FY2025 or prior authority. DSIP Support remains available to assist users with questions and account issues.
Please monitor DSIP for the most up to date information regarding SBIR/STTR Program impacts specific to program reauthorization. Navy SBIR News & Announcements [2/17/26] Navy Launch - Accelerating Commercial Success for Navy SBIR Phase II Awardees NAVY Launch is an intensely focused program for Navy SBIR Phase II awardees to explore, define (or redefine), and implement a commercialization strategy.
Navy Launch will be presenting 8 virtual Commercialization workshops and 3 Private Capital Forum Events. The next workshop will be focused on: Determining the Commercial Potential of SBIR-Developed Tech , and will be held on March 10, 2026. Learn about these great opportunities available to you!
Here --> Visit Navy Launch Website We are presenting a series of live Private Capital Forums with the next one being held on November 20. [ Info & Registration ] --> [2/17/26] Navy SBIR Office Hours 5/28/25 --> The Navy SBIR will host its next virtual Office Hours on Wednesday March 25 at 12:00 p. m.
ET. This is a one-hour virtual session dedicated to guiding you through DON SBIR/STTR program as well as updates, and allowing you the space to ask questions. Learn more about Navy SBIR Office Hours Here Office Hours on Wednesday June 25 at 1:00 PM EDT / 10:00 AM PDT .
[ more... ] On Wednesday, December 10, 2025 the Navy held their SBIR Office Hours webinar. This is a one-hour virtual session dedicated to guiding you through the DON SBIR/STTR program and allowing you the space to ask questions.
The Office Hours webinar and slides are available Here . Our next live SBIR Office Hours will be held January 28, 2026. Registration and details will be available in early January.
--> [09/24/25] DoW and Navy SBIR/STTR BAA Calendar The DoW 25. 4 SBIR and 25. D STTR Release 11 closed at 12:00p ET on September 24, 2025.
The DoW 25. 4 SBIR and 25. D STTR Release 12 scheduled to open on September 24 is on hold pending Congressional SBIR/STTR Reauthorization.
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[02-25-26] NAVY SBIR/STTR FY-24 Year in Review The Department of the Navy (DON) has just released its FY-24 SBIR/STTR Year in Review report which highlights many of the program's successes and statistics for the FY-24 period. This report is a comprehensive one year look at the DON SBIR/STTR programs for Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) that examines the programs� approach, portfolio, and impact during the fiscal year.
View / Download Navy SBIR/STTR FY-24 Year in Review View / Download Navy SBIR/STTR FY-23 Year in Review View / Download Navy SBIR/STTR FY-22 Year in Review [01-06-26] New Navy Transitions Newsletter is Here!
This edition highlights important Transitions news such as: SBIR Reauthorization Status: Navy SBIR/STTR Program Director Brian Shipley Highlights of Design Mill�s SBIR innovation that found new energy in the commercial sector How the Navy's SBIR Experimentation Cell (SEC) helps SBIR innovators reach the fleet SBIR data rights in subcontracts Learn about emerging tech at Navy STP Showcase and Technical Information Exchange events View/Download Your Copy Here (PDF Format) [12/18/25] Posting of Navy 25.
4 Release 11 SBIR Selections In order to keep small businesses informed about the Navy's proposal selection status, the Navy posts a list of SBIR/STTR The list of selections is an ongoing process that may take several weeks to complete. Current selections for Navy 25. 4 Release 11 SBIR are now being posted.
A selectee is a company selected for further consideration , meaning that the proposal is of interest, but the final decision and contract negotiation is not complete. Being listed as a selectee on this website is NOT a notification of contract award. View 25.
4 R11 SBIR Selections [08/28/25] NAVY 25. 4 Release 11 SBIR Virtual Topic Workshops The Department of the Navy sponsored a week of free virtual Topic Workshop sessions from August 25-28, 2025. These Workshops provided the opportunity to learn about the Navy topics being offered in the 25.
4 Release 11 SBIR BAA pre-released on August 6, and opening August 27, 2025. The Workshops were recorded and are available on the link below. [ View the Webinars Here ] Navy 25.
4 Release 11 SBIR Topic Workshop Week View the Workshop Webinars Here Session Description Date/Time Info & Registration Artificial Hardwood Replacement Expeditionary Energy-Efficient Greywater Treatment for Reuse MCSC Open Topic for Non-Lethal Counter Personnel and Vehicle Stopping Technologies Tuesday NAVWAR Open Topic for Post-Quantum Encryption for Commodity Hardware Tuesday Office Hours SBIR/STTR 101 and Ask-Us-Anything Non-Technical Questions Wednesday NAVSEA Open Topic for Modular Mine Warfare Components View Post Workshop Q&As Thursday [ View the Workshop Webinars ] [10-23-23] Navy's Policy on Selectable, Not Funded Proposals from other Agencies: It is the policy of the Department of the Navy (DON) SBIR/STTR programs to only accept and evaluate proposals received in accordance with the SBIR/STTR Policy Directive (PD) : In response to stated Agency topics contained in a Phase I [PD .
4(a)] or direct to Phase II [PD . 4(b)(1)(ii)] solicitation issued by DON In response to DON Phase I contract deliverable requirements for merit-based Phase II evaluation [PD . 4(b)(4)] In response to a Request for Proposal for a sequential Phase II as a follow-on award to a current DON award [PD .
4(b)(5)] In response to a Request for Proposal for a subsequent Phase II from a firm that has a Phase I award from another agency. [PD . 4(b)(7)] A Selectable, Not Funded proposal from another Agency is not a proposal in response to a DON solicitation nor is it an award that can be leveraged as a sequential or subsequent Phase II.
View SBIR News & Announcements Archive To report Fraud, Waste or Abuse please visit www. secnav. navy.
mil/ig/Pages/ComplaintProcedure. aspx SBIR Reauthorization DoD/Navy Pre-release: 6-Aug-25 --> Dates and topics subject to change -->
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Small businesses, defense tech startups Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates $256,000 Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is rolling deadlines or periodic funding windows. 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.
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