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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs, FY2025 Phase I Release 2 is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE). This program provides funding to U. S.
-based small businesses for innovative clean energy technologies as part of the SBIR/STTR programs.
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ITO Small Business Innovation Research and Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) | Department of Energy ITO Small Business Innovation Research and Technology Transfer (SBIR/STTR) The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is one of 11 federal agencies participating in the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs enacted under the Small Business Innovation Development Act of 1982.
The SBIR/STTR programs work with eligible small technology firms to stimulate innovative, cost-effective solutions for challenging scientific and engineering problems. The SBIR/STTR programs release funding opportunity announcements (FOA) for Phase I and Phase II projects each fiscal year, referred to as Release 1 and Release 2.
Currently, DOE's Industrial Technologies Office submits topics and manages projects selected through Phase I/II Release 2 FOAs. Phase I projects explore the feasibility of innovative concepts with awards of up to $200,000 (depending on the topic) over nine months. Phase II projects are expanded research and development efforts, with awards of up to $1,100,000 over two years.
Only companies that have received a Phase I grant may respond to Phase II FOAs. For current and upcoming FOAs and basic information about the SBIR and STTR programs, including eligibility requirements, see DOE's Office of Science SBIR/STTR website . Visit the SBIR/STTR website for more detailed information on how to develop and submit an application.
Research Area(s) Type of Funding Solicitation Title Open Date Deadlines CST & EII SBIR/STTR Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Program FY 2025 Phase I Release 2 Dec. 16, 2024 Applications due May 27, 2025 IEDO Announces $1. 8 Million in Funding for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs to Drive Industrial Decarbonization Learn More about IEDO Announces $1.
8 Million in Funding for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs to Drive Industrial Decarbonization Funding Selections: Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) FY 2023 Phase I Release 2 FOA Learn More about Funding Selections: Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) FY 2023 Phase I Release 2 FOA SBIR Project Chart 2021 Selections Learn More about SBIR Project Chart 2021 Selections SBIR Phase I 2020 Awards Table Learn More about SBIR Phase I 2020 Awards Table
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: U. S. -based small businesses. Must submit a Letter of Intent to be eligible for a full application. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $200,000 for Phase I; up to $1 million for Phase II. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs, FY2025 Phase I Release 2 is funded by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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