What is SBIR/STTR?
SBIR/STTR stands for "Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs."
The mission of the SBIR/STTR programs is to support scientific excellence and technological innovation through the investment of Federal research funds in critical American priorities to build a strong national economy.
Funding occurs in three phases:
SBIR/STTR Participating Agencies
Annually, SBIR/STTR programs provide more than $2.5 billion in investment dollars to small businesses across the country, funding innovations from areas such as health technologies, critical defense and force protection, border and port security, space exploration, food and agriculture, and environmental monitoring and resource reclamation. Each agency administers its own individual program within guidelines established by Congress. These agencies designate R&D topics in their solicitations and accept proposals from small businesses. Awards are made on a competitive basis after proposal evaluation.
SBIR/STTR Agencies
SBIR Agencies
Who is Eligible for an SBIR/STTR grant?
Only U.S. small businesses are eligible to participate in the SBIR/STTR programs.
What is the FAST program?
The Federal and State Technology (FAST) partnership program is how the Missouri SBDC assists small businesses, helping them navigate the SBIR and STTR submission process. FAST provides the resources, support, and expertise necessary to submit a project proposal. These services are provided through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
The Missouri SBDC is funded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
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