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How does SBIR work for small businesses?

Small businesses begin to commercialize the results of their R&D activities, albeit without direct SBIR funding. The STTR program is similar to the SBIR in most regards, except that it requires small businesses to partner with a nonprofit research institution based in the United States.

How are SBIR projects funded?

SBIR projects are funded in a phased approach. Each year, EPA issues a Phase I solicitation for technology proposals addressing specific topics. Proposals are evaluated on their technical merit, potential for commercialization and impact/relevance in the given topic area.

What is Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) & STTR?

The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs encourage U.S. small businesses to engage in high-risk, innovative research and technology development with the potential for future commercialization.

How do SBIR grants work?

Businesses who are awarded SBIR grants typically progress through three phases of R&D: Based on their Phase I performance, participating organizations may receive additional funding to continue their research. Small businesses begin to commercialize the results of their R&D activities, albeit without direct SBIR funding.

How much money does the federal government spend on SBIR?

The federal government allocates $2.2 billion annually to fund the SBIR program and its sister program, the Small Business Technology Transfer program.

Who administers the Energy Innovation Program (SBIR)?

The programs are administered by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Office of Science and award projects in technology areas across the entire department. They are part of the larger SBIR program across the federal government, which is administered by the Small Business Administration.