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Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program is sponsored by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and participating federal agencies (e.g., NIH, NSF, DOE, DOD). The STTR program mirrors the SBIR program but requires formal collaboration between the small business and a non-profit research institution.
It expands funding opportunities in the federal innovation research and development arena, encouraging technology transfer through cooperative research.
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According to the current listing, eligibility includes: For-profit businesses collaborating with a non-profit research institution (e.g., a university or federal research and development center). Eligibility requirements for the small business are similar to SBIR (less than 500 employees, U.S. owned and operated). Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows phase I: up to $250,000; Phase II: up to $15 million. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Applications for Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program are due September 5, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, and final submission checks.
Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Program is funded by U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and participating federal agencies (e.g., NIH, NSF, DOE, DOD). 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.
Start from the official opportunity page linked in this listing — it carries the sponsor's submission instructions.
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