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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program is a grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and various federal agencies including NIH, NSF, DoD, DOE, and USDA that funds early-stage research and development with potential for commercialization. The program operates in two phases: Phase I awards of $50,000–$275,000 support feasibility research, while Phase II awards of $750,000–$1. 8 million fund full R&D development.
Note: SBIR/STTR congressional authority expired September 30, 2025; applicants should contact participating agencies directly about the status of active solicitations. Eligible applicants are U.S.-based for-profit small businesses with no more than 500 employees.
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Congressional authority for the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs has expired as of September 30, 2025. If no further action is taken by Congress, federal agencies may not be able to award funding under SBIR/STTR programs and SBIR/STTR solicitations may be delayed, cancelled, or rescinded.
Current applicants and awardees should reach out directly to participating agencies with questions regarding active awards or applications. SBIR. gov change coming soon: Between March 10 and 11, SBIR.
gov will transition to a new and more secure identity verification and login feature. During this time, you may experience temporary delays when accessing your accounts. SBIR/STTR - America's Seed Fund - Powered by SBA Powered by the Small Business Administration Federal innovation, scientific achievement, and entrepreneurship through small business innovation and research.
Through the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs, America’s Seed Fund awards non-dilutive funding to develop your technology and chart a path toward commercialization. The federal government invests in your solution and gives you the freedom to run your business according to your vision.
Average number of companies funded per year Equity or IP ownership taken by the government Participating in America's Seed Fund happens in three phases. II. Technology Development Take your product to the commercial market or sell in the multi-billion dollar federal contracting marketplace Do you have an idea for a specific scientific or technology solution?
Explore opportunities for funding to take your idea from concept to commercialization. With help from organizations that support technology entrepreneurs like you With the help of supporting organizations America's Seed Fund provides funding with the freedom to manage your business your way.
SBIR-STTR-Tibbetts Award Winner - re: 3D, Inc. re:3D, Inc. Gigabot platform's onsite manufacturing provides disaster response via industrial strength, large-scale, affordable 3D printing. Read about their projects SBIR-STTR-Tibbetts Award Winner - SIMBA Chain SIMBA Chain is making it easy for organizations to integrate blockchain to bolster trust, security, and risk mitigation – with no blockchain experience required.
Learn more about their business View More Success Stories Small Businesses. Huge Impact. Our mission is to foster a culture of innovation in the United States by providing technology-focused entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses with funding to develop their ideas and a pathway to commercialization.
Awards given in all 50 states and U.S. Territories In 2021, nearly 7,000 awards have been given to more than 4,000 recipients 65,578 jobs added to the United States economy per year.
Learn more about the SBIR/STTR process Watch our video tutorials → Breaking down barriers by increasing access to funding The SBIR and STTR programs fund a portfolio of startups and small businesses across technology areas and markets to stimulate technological innovation, meet Federal research and development (R&D) needs, and increase commercialization to transition R&D into impact.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: U. S. -based for-profit small businesses with no more than 500 employees, focused on technological innovation and research with intent of commercialization. Specific eligibility varies by participating agency. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows phase I: $50,000 - $275,000; Phase II: $750,000 - $1.8 million (amounts vary by agency). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program is funded by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and various federal agencies (e.g., NIH, NSF, DoD, DOE, USDA). 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.
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