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Small Business Innovation Programs (SBIP) - SBIR/STTR (DoD) is sponsored by Department of Defense (DoD). The DoD SBIR program is the largest federal innovation program for early-stage technology development, investing over $1 billion annually in U.S. small businesses pursuing advanced R&D and high-impact technical solutions.
It is mission-driven, focusing on technologies that can transition into operational defense systems, national security, and commercial markets. This includes various technology areas that could encompass assistive technologies with dual-use potential.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: U.S. small businesses with 500 or fewer employees. Foreign ownership restrictions apply. STTR requires a partnership with a U.S. research institution. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows phase I: $50,000 - $250,000; Phase II: $750,000 - $1.8 million. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Small Business Innovation Programs (SBIP) - SBIR/STTR (DoD) is funded by Department of Defense (DoD). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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DoD Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI) is sponsored by Department of Defense (DoD) - Office of Naval Research (ONR). The Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI), administered by the Department of Defense Office of Naval Research, supports basic research in science and engineering at U. S.
DoD SBIR Broad Agency Announcement for the Chemical and Biological Defense Program is a grant from the Department of Defense that funds small business innovation in chemical and biological defense technologies. The program seeks research and development of novel detection, protection, decontamination, and medical countermeasure solutions against chemical and biological threats. Eligible applicants are U.S.-based small businesses with relevant scientific and technical expertise. Phase I awards support initial feasibility research, while Phase II awards fund full R&D toward prototype development. Topics include agent detection sensors, protective equipment, medical diagnostics, and therapeutics for CBRN threats.
DoD Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI) is sponsored by Department of Defense (DoD) - Office of Naval Research (ONR). The Multidisciplinary Research Program of the University Research Initiative (MURI), administered by the Department of Defense Office of Naval Research, supports basic research in science and engineering at U. S.
SBIR SF254-D1206: Knowledge-Guided Test and Evaluation Frameworks for proliferated Low Earth Orbit Constellations is sponsored by U.S. Air Force. DOD SBIR topic SF254-D1206: Knowledge-Guided Test and Evaluation Frameworks for proliferated Low Earth Orbit Constellations. Component: U.S. Air Force. Command: SDA. Solicitation: DoD SBIR 2025.4. Phase(s): D2PII, II, SPII. Status: Pre-Release. Open date: 3/4/2026.
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