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SBIR & STTR Funding | Nebraska Business Development Center | University of Nebraska Omaha Innovation Workshops & Events Schedule Free Consultation These grants are offered through eleven federal agencies to encourage small businesses engaging in research with commercialization potential. SBIR/STTR stands for " Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs."
SBIR/STTR programs aim to invest federal research funds to support scientific excellence, and technological innovation, and move early-stage technologies towards commercialization, contributing to critical American priorities and building a strong national economy.
Funding occurs in three phases: Phase I tests the technical merit, feasibility, and commercial potential of the proposed research and development efforts and determines the quality of performance of the small business before providing further federal support in Phase II. Phase I award is $50,000- $250,000 for a project timeline between 6 months (SBIR) and one year (STTR).
Phase II further develops the Phase I R&D efforts and leads to a “market-ready” prototype. Typically, only Phase I awardees are eligible for a Phase II award. SBIR/STTR Phase II awards are generally $750,000 for 2 years.
Phase III is the market approach and commercialization of the developed innovation and small businesses are not funded by SBIR/STTR fund instead indirect funding might be available from sources other than SBIR/STTR programs. SBIR/STTR Participating Agencies Annually, SBIR/STTR programs provide more than $2.
5 billion in investment dollars to small businesses across the country, funding innovations from areas such as health technologies, critical defense and force protection, border and port security, space exploration, food and agriculture, and environmental monitoring and resource reclamation. Each agency administers its own individual program within guidelines established by Congress.
These agencies designate R&D topics in their solicitations and accept proposals from small businesses. Awards are made on a competitive basis after proposal evaluation.
Department of Commerce (NIST, NOAA) Department of Homeland Security Department of Transportation Environmental Protection Agency Department of Agriculture Department of Health and Human Services (NIH, CDC, FDA) National Aeronautics and Space Administration National Science Foundation Who is Eligible for an SBIR/STTR grant? Only U.S. small businesses are eligible to participate in the SBIR/STTR programs.
Organized for-profit, with a place of business located in the U. S. More than 50% owned and controlled by one or more individuals who are citizens or permanent resident aliens of the U.
S. , or by other small business concerns that are each more than 50% owned and controlled by one or more individuals who are citizens or permanent resident aliens of the U. S.
; and No more than 500 employees, including affiliates. Learn more about the SBIR/STTR certain eligibility criteria. What is the FAST program?
The Federal and State Technology (FAST) partnership program is how the Nebraska Business Development Center provides assistance to small businesses, helping them navigate the SBIR and STTR submission process. FAST provides the resources, support, and expertise necessary to submit a project proposal .
These services are provided through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA); those funds are matched by the University of Nebraska at Omaha. FAST provides the resources, support, and expertise necessary to submit a project proposal.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: For-profit small businesses that have received a federal SBIR or STTR grant and conduct at least 51% of the activities proposed under the federal application in Nebraska. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates Phase I: up to $150,000 or 65% of federal grant; Phase II: up to $300,000 or 65% of federal grant Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is June 30, 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.
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The purpose of this FOA is to provide funding for up to four (4) Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) that will provide entrepreneurial development services to Native American communities, focusing on supplying services to socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in locations that are outside of the geographical areas of existing SBA resources. Eligible applicants must be Tribal Colleges and Universities as defined in the Higher Education Act HEA 316 (U.S.C. 1059c). Funding Opportunity Number: SB-GC7J-23-002. Assistance Listing: 59.007. Funding Instrument: G. Category: BC,ED. Award Amount: Up to $250K per award.
The purpose of this FOA is to provide funding for up to two (2) private, non-profit organizations that will provide entrepreneurial development services to women, with an emphasis on socially and economically disadvantaged entrepreneurs in locations that are outside of the geographical areas of existing WBCs for the District of Columbia (DC) and the State of Oregon. There will be one award for each location. Eligible applicants must be private, non-profit organizations with 501(c) tax exempt status from the U.S. Treasury’s Internal Revenue Service and must provide services to the District of Columbia (DC) and State of Oregon. Funding Opportunity Number: SB-OEDWB-23-002. Assistance Listing: 59.043. Funding Instrument: G. Category: BC,CD,RD. Award Amount: $75K – $150K per award.
Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Programs Phase I is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The USDA SBIR/STTR programs support small businesses in creating innovative, disruptive technologies with commercial potential or societal benefit, including projects dealing with agriculturally-related manufacturing and alternative and renewable energy technologies. Specialty tubing could be relevant for agricultural equipment or renewable energy systems.