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Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)/Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program - Waste-to-Energy (Bioenergy Technologies Office topics) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). DOE's SBIR/STTR program invests in small businesses developing technologies to advance the nation's energy goals.
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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. The program is structured across three phases.
Phase I Phase II/IIA/IIB/IIC Phase III Feasibility/Proof of Concept 6 to 12 months in duration Prototyping and Demonstration Up to 2 years in duration Note: Teams can receive multiple sequential Phase II awards to continue developing of promising projects Work that derives from, extends, or completes the effort of prior Phase I and II awards 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: June opening for applications to Phase II topics June or July opening for applications to some Phase I topics Late summer 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: For-profit, U. S. -based businesses with 500 or fewer employees, including affiliates. The principal investigator must be primarily employed by the small business during the project. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows median Phase II award is $1,100,000 for two years. Phase I awards typically precede Phase II. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)/Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program - Waste-to-Energy (Bioenergy Technologies Office topics) is funded by U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). 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.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) / Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Programs (Phase I) is sponsored by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). The USDA SBIR/STTR programs focus on transforming scientific discovery into products and services with commercial potential and/or societal benefit in agriculturally-related areas. This can include app development for agricultural technology, rural development, and smart farming. Phase I aims to demonstrate technical feasibility.
SBIR/STTR Phase I Programs is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). The NSF SBIR/STTR programs provide non-dilutive funding for cutting-edge technology innovations that address societal challenges. The Space (SP) topic seeks transformative technologies for sustainable space exploration, habitation, or industrialization, which could include in-space research or manufacturing systems, microgravity applications, and photonic devices and materials.
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