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The NIST SBIR Phase I program for Smart Manufacturing and Construction is a grant from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) that funds early-stage research and development by small businesses in science and technology-based areas, particularly smart manufacturing and construction.
NIST issues an annual Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for Phase I proposals, and Phase II awards are limited to small businesses that have successfully completed a Phase I project. The program supports the development and commercialization of innovative manufacturing and construction technologies. Eligible applicants are for-profit small businesses located in the United States.
Phase I awards are up to $100,000, with the 2026 deadline on May 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!
Fraud, Waste, or Abuse (FWA) Report Suspected Fraud, Waste, or Abuse (FWA) to: Ben Franklin Station, PO Box 612 e-mail: hotline [at] oig. doc.
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: For-profit small businesses in the United States. 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 May 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.
Manufacturing USA Institute – AI for Resilient Manufacturing is sponsored by National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). NIST is seeking applications to establish and operate a Manufacturing USA institute focused on leveraging artificial intelligence to strengthen the resilience of U.S. manufacturers, particularly concerning supply chain networks. The institute will conduct applied R&D projects and cultivate a skilled workforce.
ITL Grant Program (Measurement Science and Engineering (MSE) Research Grant Programs) is sponsored by National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Information Technology Laboratory (ITL). The ITL Grant Program provides financial assistance to support research or a recipient's portion of collaborative research consistent with the ITL's missions in fields such as Applied and Computational Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence, Big Data Analytics, and Information Processing and Understanding.
NIST National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education (NICE) is a grant from the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) that funds community-based partnerships to develop cybersecurity career pathways addressing local workforce needs. The NICE RAMPS (Regional Alliances and Multistakeholder Partnerships to Stimulate) program supports effective multistakeholder workforce partnerships that organize employers with skill shortages around building a skilled local or regional cybersecurity workforce. Applicants must demonstrate commitment letters from at least one institution of higher education or nonprofit training organization and at least one local employer or critical infrastructure owner. Awards of up to ,000 are available through cooperative agreements. Eligible applicants include accredited institutions of higher education, nonprofits, for-profit organizations incorporated in the U.S., and state, local, territorial, and Tribal governments. The May 28, 2026 deadline applies to the 2025-2026 cycle.
Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) Phase II is sponsored by Administration for Community Living. Small Business Innovation Research Program (SBIR) Phase II is a forecasted funding opportunity on Grants.gov from Administration for Community Living. Fiscal Year: 2026. Assistance Listing Number(s): 93.433. <p>The purpose of the Federal SBIR program is to stimulate technological innovation in the private sector, strengthen the role of small business in meeting Federal research or research and development (R/R&D) needs, and improve the return on investment from Federally-funded research for economic and social benefits to the nation. The specific purpose of NIDILRR's SBIR program is to improve the lives of people with disabilities through R/R&D products generated by small businesses, and to ...
The J.M.K. Innovation Prize is a grant from The J.M. Kaplan Fund recognizing early-stage social entrepreneurs working on environmental, heritage, and social justice challenges. The prize rewards individuals and organizations demonstrating innovative, entrepreneurial approaches to enduring problems. Applications for the 2025 prize were accepted February 11 through April 25, 2025 via an online portal. Spanish-language applications are welcomed, and a Spanish application form is available for download. The prize is biennial and open to a broad range of applicants across the United States working on forward-thinking solutions at the intersection of environment, community, and cultural heritage.