To help small businesses bring scientific innovations to the marketplace. The SBIR cooperative agreements support research and development (R&D) awards to eligible United States small business concerns only. Funding Instrument: Cooperative Agreements Funding Category: Small Business Budget Mechanism Code: SB - Small Business Only United States small business concerns are eligible to submit applications to SBIR and STTR funding opportunities. Collaborating research institutions (e.g., universities) are subcontractors to the small businesses and may not apply as applicants. The Key Dates section of funding opportunities lists specific due dates. Many opportunities indicate Standard Due Dates apply with New and Renewal/Resubmission/Revisions due January 5, April 5, and September 5. Standard Application Due Dates (when applicable): New - September 5, January 5, April 5; Renewal, Resubmission, Revision as Allowed - September 5, January 5, April 5. Scientific Merit Review occurs October-November, February-March, and June-July cycles. Advisory Council review and earliest start dates are also noted accordingly.
Only United States small business concerns are eligible to submit applications to SBIR and STTR funding opportunities. Collaborating research institutions (e.g., universities) are subcontractors to the small businesses and may not apply as applicants.
