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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program is sponsored by Various Federal Agencies (e.g., NIH, NSF, DOE, USDA, ED, DOC, DOT, DOD, EPA, NASA, DHS, DOC, DOI, etc.). The SBIR program provides competitive awards to small businesses for research and development (R&D) of innovative technologies with strong commercial potential. Many agencies focus on specific R&D needs.
Some agencies fund projects related to program evaluation and data analysis. The program is structured in phases: Phase I for feasibility studies and Phase II for further research and development.
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Or search similar grants →According to the current listing, eligibility includes: For-profit small businesses (fewer than 500 employees), majority-owned and controlled by U.S. citizens or permanent residents, with a Unique Entity ID and registered with SAM.gov. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows phase I: up to $323,090; Phase II: up to $2,153,927 (amounts may vary by agency and topic). Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program is funded by Various Federal Agencies (e.g., NIH, NSF, DOE, USDA, ED, DOC, DOT, DOD, EPA, NASA, DHS, DOC, DOI, etc.). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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