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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs (multiple agencies) is sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Science Foundation (NSF), Department of Energy (DOE), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). The SBIR/STTR programs, known as America's Seed Fund, are a significant source of early-stage capital for technology commercialization.
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Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer | Department of Energy Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer The SBIR and STTR programs are U. S. Government programs, intended to help certain small businesses conduct R&D.
At DOE, funding takes the form of grants. Projects must have the potential for commercialization and meet specific DOE mission-specific R&D needs. The SBIR/STTR Programs Office works collaboratively with 13 program offices throughout the DOE.
Each DOE program office considers its high priority research needs and program mission, as well as the Department’s goals for the program in developing research topics. The specific research topics selected for the SBIR and STTR programs are developed by DOE technical program managers.
DOE offers more than sixty technical topics and 250 subtopics, spanning research areas that support the DOE mission in Energy Production, Energy Use, Fundamental Energy Sciences, Environmental Management, and Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation. Learn more about the SBIR/STTR programs .
Energy Efficiency & Renewable Energy Fundamental Energy Sciences Advanced Scientific & Computing Research Biological and Environmental Research Energy Storage & Security Cybersecurity, Energy Security & Emergency Response Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation R&D SBIR/STTR Application Prep Frequently Asked Questions Phase III Success Stories SBIR/STTR Programs Office E: SBIR-STTR@science. doe.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: For-profit small businesses (typically under 500 employees) with strong research capabilities in science or engineering. Specific eligibility varies by agency and solicitation. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows up to $2 million (NSF), Up to $306,872 for Phase I (NIH/NIEHS), varies by agency and phase. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs (multiple agencies) is funded by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Science Foundation (NSF), Department of Energy (DOE), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
Yes — this listing is flagged as national in scope, so applicants across the U.S. may apply, subject to the sponsor's other eligibility criteria.
Applications go through the funder's official portal — the Apply Now link on this page goes there directly.
The solicitation lists 5 required documents: Letter of Intent (LOI), Budget justification, Data management plan, Foreign relationships disclosure, and Indirect rate documentation. Check the official notice for formatting and page-limit rules.
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