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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program is sponsored by Various Federal Agencies (e.g., USDA, DOE, DOD, NSF, EPA, NOAA). The SBIR program is a highly competitive, merit-based grant program that encourages U. S.
small businesses to engage in federal Research/Research and Development (R/R&D) with the goal of developing innovative and commercially-viable products or services.
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2024-2025 Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I & II Awardees Announced The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced nearly $2. 4M in research funding to 24 small businesses to develop their innovative environmental technologies. Read the Phase I press release here .
EPA has also announced $2. 8M in research funding to seven small businesses to further develop and commercialize their technologies during their Phase II projects. Read the Phase II press release here Are you an entrepreneur with an idea for environmental technology?
EPA’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program may be an opportunity to help advance and commercialize your innovation. Learn About SBIR. EPA is one of 11 federal agencies that participate in the SBIR Program established by the Small Business Innovation Development Act of 1982.
EPA issues an annual solicitation for proposals from U.S. small businesses to develop and commercialize innovative technologies that address the Agency's mission. Learn about the SBIR program, how to apply for a contract, search the EPA SBIR portfolio and more. SBIR announcements and highlights, upcoming events and more.
Read the latest success stories and news about the EPA's SBIR research. Contact Us About the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program to ask a question, provide feedback, or report a problem. Last updated on March 23, 2026
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: U. S. small businesses (for-profit) that meet specific criteria related to ownership and size, and propose innovative R&D with commercial potential. Specific eligibility may vary by agency and solicitation. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows varies (Phase I up to $100,000 typically, Phase II up to $400,000 or more). 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., USDA, DOE, DOD, NSF, EPA, 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.
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