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"Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)/Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program" is currently closed and not accepting applications.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)/Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Technologies Office (AMMTO). AMMTO provides non-dilutive funding to small business research and development projects that improve energy efficiency and drive industrial decarbonization, with a focus on developing next-generation materials and manufacturing technologies for a clean, decarbonized economy.
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DOE Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) | Department of Energy DOE Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Light Text on a Dark Overlay (Default) The U.S. Department of Energy’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs are competitive non-dilutive funding programs that support American small businesses in developing innovative technologies with strong commercial potential.
The DOE recently consolidated the management of the SBIR/STTR programs to the Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC), reflecting DOE’s focus on moving taxpayer-funded research toward real-world impact. The SBIR/STTR programs align directly with OTC’s mission to accelerate commercialization, streamline innovation pathways, and strengthen engagement between small businesses and the DOE National Laboratory system.
This transition reinforces DOE’s commitment to improving operational efficiency and investing in technological advancements towards energy dominance. Additional resources and program information will be added to this site as program updates are finalized. SBIR and STTR are congressionally authorized programs that reserve a portion of federal research funding for U.S. small businesses.
Through a competitive, phased process, companies receive funding to establish technical feasibility (Phase I), further develop and prototype their technology (Phase II), and pursue commercialization and follow-on opportunities (Phase III). Participation is limited to for-profit U.S. small businesses that meet Small Business Administration eligibility requirements.
DOE coordinates its SBIR/STTR implementation with the U.S. Small Business Administration. The Small Business Innovation and Economic Security Act (S. 3971) was signed into law on April 13, 2026.
This Act extends the SBIR/STTR Programs through Fiscal Year 2031. DOE’s new SBIR/STTR programs will follow the phases illustrated below. Participants will submit a single application to enter the program, and from there may progress to subsequent phases through a series of Go/No-Go decision points.
Therefore, once the initial application is submitted, no additional applications will be required. Instead, participants will advance through subsequent phases at their own pace by successfully meeting established milestones and performance criteria. Awardees are responsible for managing their projects in accordance with DOE SBIR/STTR Terms and Conditions.
Required technical and financial reports for projects awarded prior to 2026 are submitted through DOE’s Portfolio Analysis and Management System (PAMS) and FedConnect . DOE maintains requirements related to fraud, waste, abuse, and foreign risk management to protect U.S. taxpayer investments. Awardees must disclose relevant affiliations and comply with all reporting and oversight requirements .
American Made Challenges incentivizes innovation through prizes, training, teaming, and mentoring, connecting the nation’s entrepreneurs and innovators to America’s national labs and the private sector. ConnectWerx administers critical energy opportunities to heighten energy security and strengthen national security ecosystems.
EnergyWerx facilitates discovery, engagement, and acceleration of energy innovation to strengthen national security and energy resiliency. TechWerx is a hub that connects visionaries, researchers, industry and energy leaders with the opportunities for technological advancement. Will SBIR/STTR opportunities be open for applications in 2026?
DOE has several planned SBIR-STTR announcements this year: Opening for applications to Phase II topics Opening for applications to some Phase I topics Opening for applications to additional Phase I topics I have a currently active project. Will it be impacted by the program management transition to OTC? No, currently active projects will not be impacted by this change.
All projects awarded prior to March 2026 will continue under the same points of contact. I have an active Phase I project. Will I have the opportunity to apply for a Phase II award?
Yes, recipients of Phase I awards will be able to apply for Phase II awards. Stay tuned for updates by subscribing to the OTC SBIR/STTR newsletter . What technology areas do the DOE SBIR/STTR programs support?
DOE SBIR/STTR topics are drawn from the mission areas of the Department. DOE offers opportunities annually. Future SBIR/STTR opportunities will address national challenges in advanced manufacturing, biotechnology, critical materials, quantum information science, semiconductors, energy innovation, and more.
What is the difference between SBIR and STTR? The SBIR program was established by Congress in 1982 [Public Law 97-219].
It major goals are to: Stimulate technological innovation Use small business to meet Federal R/R&D needs Increase private sector commercialization of innovations derived from Federal R/R&D, thereby increasing competition, productivity, and economic growth The STTR program was established by Congress in 1992 [Public Law 102-564].
Its major goals are to: Stimulate and foster scientific and technological innovation through cooperative research and development carried out between small business concerns and research institutions Foster technology transfer between small business concerns and research institutions How can I share my feedback about the SBIR and STTR programs? DOE is committed to continuous program improvement.
You can email SBIR and STTR program feedback and recommendations to sbir-sttr@hq. doe. gov .
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Small businesses conducting research and development projects. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The published deadline was June 30, 2026, which has passed. Check the official notice for any future application windows before investing time in a proposal.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)/Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program is funded by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Advanced Materials and Manufacturing Technologies Office (AMMTO). 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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