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| Name of Funder | Title | About | Eligibility Requirement | Amount | Due Date (MM/DD/YY) | Link |
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| Hawaiʻi Technology Development Corporation | Hawaiʻi Small Business Innovation Research (HSBIR) Program - Phase 0 | HSBIR provides matching grants to help companies further develop new products that solve critical issues for the nation. Applicants must have received Federal Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) /Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) grants or contracts to qualify for the state matching grant program. | Hawaii companies preparing SBIR/STTR | $3,000 | 12/6/24 | See More Details Here |
| Innovation Partnership (iPART) | SBIR/STTR Proposal Support Phase I | The Innovation Partnership provides the following assistance in SBIR/STTR proposal preparation: $2,000 for Phase I proposal review; $5,000 for Phase I proposal preparation; $8,000 for Phase II proposal preparation and/or commercialization plan development assistance. | Pennsylvania small business applying to the SBIR/STTR program | $5,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Innovation Partnership (iPART) | SBIR/STTR Proposal Support Phase II | The Innovation Partnership provides the following assistance in SBIR/STTR proposal preparation: $2,000 for Phase I proposal review; $5,000 for Phase I proposal preparation; $8,000 for Phase II proposal preparation and/or commercialization plan development assistance. | Pennsylvania small business applying to the SBIR/STTR program | $8,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Innovation Partnership (iPART) | SBIR/STTR Travel and Training Support | Candidates may receive a Travel & Training Program award that reimburses up to $1,000 or one half of the total costs, whichever is less, for travel and training expenses directly related to their SBIR/STTR submissions, including: Visiting a Federal agency, program manager or lab; ttending SBIR/STTR conferences; training relative to subject matter areas such as SBIR/STTR or federal funding programs. | Pennsylvania small business applying to the SBIR/STTR program and that has received an iPART pre-proposal review | $1,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Innovation Partnership (iPART) | Federal Marketing Assistance (FMA) Program | The FMA program is the IPart’s Phase II assistance program. It directly parallels the MicroGrant/MicroVoucher Phase I assistance programs, however, the Pre-Proposal Application affords a greater emphasis on the Commercialization Section which is also a larger component of Phase II federal proposals. | Pennsylvania-based Phase II proposal candidates | $5,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Montgomery County (Maryland) Business Center | Montgomery County SBIR/STTR Matching Grant Program - Phase 0 | Established in 2018, the County’s SBIR/STTR Matching Grant Program recently was updated to enable more young biotech companies in Montgomery County to secure non-dilutive funding to advance their technologies toward commercialization. Phase 0 grants provide up to $5,000 reimbursement of technical assistance costs associated with applying for a first SBIR/STTR award. | Small business in Montgomery County, Maryland conducting research in biotechnology, medicine, or life sciences and applying for SBIR/STTR; received no prior SBIR/STTR awards; 20 or fewer employees; in operation for less than or equal to five years | $5,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Maine Technology Institute | Phase 0 Grant Program | MTI has developed an SBIR/STTR Technical Assistance Program (TAP) to encourage entrepreneurs and small business to participate in the federal SBIR/STTR Program. Applicants may receive up to $5,000 for external resources such as a grant writer or subjkect matter expert. | Maine small business with an R&D project in one of the seven approved industries and applying for SBIR/STTR | $5,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Nebraska Department of Economic Development | Nebraska SBIR/STTR Phase 0 Grant | The Nebraska SBIR/STTR Phase 0 grant can help Nebraska small businesses applying to an open federal SBIR/STTR solicitation hire a grant writer, technical review or other proposal preparation assistance. | Nebraska based small business applying for Phase I SBIR/STTR | $5,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| DC Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBC) | Phase 0 Program | The Phase 0 Program provides support for District-based Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer Research (STTR), specifically for the development of Federal Phase I and Phase II proposals. Interested and qualified companies will receive directed proposal support and other benefits as a part of the program. | Washington, DC- based SBIR applicants | $10,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Mississippi Federal and State Partnership Program | MS-FAST Phase 0 Program | The MS-FAST Phase 0 provides financial assistance to help offset the cost of developing a Phase 1 or Phase 2 SBIR/STTR proposal. Designed to be similar to the federal SBIR Phase I solicitations, the Phase 0 program provides Mississippi companies with an opportunity to be awarded a $3,000 contract for development and submission of a Phase I proposal while becoming better aquatinted with the federal SBIR/STTR proposal process. Awards consist of funds for research to acquire preliminary data($2500) and Phase I SBIR/STTR Proposal preparation assistance ($1500) for a total of $3000. | Mississippi-based SBIR/STTR applicants | $3,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Business Oregon | Application Support Grants Phase 0 or 00 | Because the SBIR/STTR programs are very competitive, Business Oregon also provides application support grants to help businesses prepare better applications to give companies a better chance to receive federal funding. These grants are called Phase 0 and 00 grants. Phase 0 grants go to businesses that are pursuing federal Phase I SBIR/STTR grant funds, while Phase 00 grants help businesses pursuing federal Phase II or Fast-Track grants. Phase 0 or 00 grants can be for up to $5,000. Business Oregon has provided approximately $280,000 of these grants to companies that have then won approximately $10M in federal grant awards. | Oregon-based companies applying for SBIR | $5,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Missouri Small Business Development Center (SBDC) | SBIR Phase 0 FAST Grant | Missouri’s Small Business Development Center network is offering financial assistance to entrepreneurs who are interested in applying for SBIR funds. The network is offering a Phase 0 FAST Grant, which will provide entrepreneurs with up to $2,500 in grant writing assistance for Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant submissions | Missouri companies applying for SBIR | $2,500 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| University of Wyoming | SBIR Phase 0 and 00 Grant Program | The Phase 0/00 is a contract that can be used to attend SBIR conferences and workshops, communication with and travel to targeted federal agencies, consultant and mentor services for preparation of the Phase I/II proposal, proposal preparation and review, communications with potential customers, analyses to support test data preparation, acquisition of test data for inclusion in the Phase I/II proposal and other activities related to the Phase I/II proposal preparation. | Must be Wyoming based and be an applicant for a Phase I or Phase II SBIR grant | $5,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| City of San Antonio | San Antonio Phase 0 SBIR/STTR Grant | The The Phase 0 SBIR/STTR Grant Program assists San Antonio-based companies to diffuse the costs of developing and submitting SBIR/STTR grant proposals. Applicants may be eligible to receive a grant of $2,000 per company. Funds may only be used to offset costs directly related to the creation and submission of a Phase I application proposal, including proposal preparation, project data development, and travel to meet with agencies and commercialization partners. | San Antonio-based small businesses that is applying for an SBIR/STTR grant | $10,000 | TBA | See More Details Here |
| Rhode Island Science and Technology Advisory Council | Innovate RI Fund - SBIR Phase 0 Grants | Provides grants of up to $3,000 to assist small businesses offset the costs associated with preparing a competitive Phase I SBIR/STTR application. | Rhode Island-based companies applying for SBIR | $3,000 | 6/30/2025 | See More Details Here |
| South Dakota Governor's Office of Economic Development | South Dakota Proof of Concept SBIR Phase 0 Program | The SBIR/STTR Phase 0 option is to support preliminary research and other activities related to development and submission of a Phase I SBIR/STTR proposal to a federal agency. The goal is to increase the competitiveness of the SBIR/STTR proposal. | South Dakota-based small businesses | $5,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| iBIO | iBIO Propel SBIR Awards Program | Phase 0 matching grant-Applicants must be active PROPEL companies for at least 30 days prior to application submission and must remain an active PROPEL company by completing the semi-annual tracking for at least 18 months after award has been paid. | Illinois SBIR applicants in the life sciences | $15,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Wisconsin Center for Technology Commercialization (CTC) | SBIR/STTR Assistance Micro-Grant Program | SBIR Assistance micro-grants are aimed at technology and research-based Wisconsin businesses who intend to apply for SBIR/STTR federal funds. The grants cover reimbursement of costs up to $4500.00, incurred by a business in hiring an independent, approved third-party to assist in the development of federal Phase 1 SBIR/STTR research and development proposal. | Wisconsin entrepreneurs applying for SBIR/STTR Phase I | $4,500 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Technology Research and Development Center of Alaska (TREND) | Alaska SBIR Phase 0 Program | Phase 0 provides grants of up to $5,000 to assist small businesses with SBIR/STTR proposal preparation. Submit a draft of SBIR or STTR proposal to TREND at least 5 weeks prior to the federal solicitation deadline Consult with TREND to identify best use of funds for proposal development. Funds must be used for proposal development. Some examples of allowable expenses include, but are not limited to: organization and analyses of preliminary data, further data collection and feasibility studies, commercialization planning, meetings with collaborators, professional training, literature searches, and technical writing. | Alaska small business submitting an SBIR proposal | $10,000 | TBA July 2025 | See More Details Here |
| LSU Innovation Park | Phase 0 Assistance | Phase 0 is a state and federally funded effort to stimulate interest and increase participation in the federally funded SBIR and STTR programs. Qualified Louisiana small businesses can request $3,000 to $5,000 to cover reasonable costs incurred in developing an SBIR or STTR Phase I or II proposal. | Louisiana-based SBIR/STTR applicants | $5,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| University of Georgia Innovation Gateway | Federal and State Technology (FAST) Phase 0 Grant Program | Through the UGA FAST program, Georgia-based businesses applying for SBIR/STTR grants will be granted a Phase 0 grant of up to $2,450 towards the upfront cost of employing a grant writing consultant to assist with their SBIR/STTR application to generate a more competitive proposal. Preference will be given to applicants with prior unsuccessful SBIR/STTR applications. | Georgia small businesses applying to the SBIR/STTR program (incorporated in, and having a primary business location in Georgia) | $2,450 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Montgomery County (Maryland) Business Center | Montgomery County SBIR/STTR Matching Grant Program - Phase 0 | Established in 2018, the County’s SBIR/STTR Matching Grant Program recently was updated to enable more young biotech companies in Montgomery County to secure non-dilutive funding to advance their technologies toward commercialization. Phase 0 grants provide up to $5,000 reimbursement of technical assistance costs associated with applying for a first SBIR/STTR award. | Small business in Montgomery County, Maryland conducting research in biotechnology, medicine, or life sciences and applying for SBIR/STTR; received no prior SBIR/STTR awards; 20 or fewer employees; in operation for less than or equal to five years | $5,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| WIN (Western New York Incubator Network) | SBIR Assistance Program (Phase 0) | WIN's SBIR / STTR assistance program links quality SBIR / STTR applicants with outside experts to submit timely, high-quality proposals to relevant federal agencies. Current incubator clients, graduates, and ventures meeting the WIN virtual incubation criteria are eligible for WIN to cover the full cost of engaging an experienced consultant for a well-qualified proposal. Phase I and Phase II applications are both eligible. | Western New York startups applying for SBIR | Varies | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Montana Bioscience Cluster Initiative | The 4TH F Fund | The objective of the 4th “F” Fund (4FF) is to provide direct assistance to Montana bioscience entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses in need of money for travel to key conferences, small equipment purchases, or temporary staff assistance in relation to proposal development, ect. Funds may be used for: Market research activities (including costs of trips to trade shows, potential customers or suppliers); Product design, prototyping or testing; Patent searches or provisional patent applications; and legal costs. | Bioscience entrepreneurs in Montana | $5,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| The Montana Innovation Partnership (MTIP) | FAST Microgrants | MTIP will award six FAST Microgrants to eligible SBIR/STTR applicants of up to $2,000 per year. Prospective SBIR/STTR applicants may apply to MTIP to receive Microgrants to attend conferences, travel to speak with agencies or commercialization partners, to acquire consulting services from an approved service provider for assistance with preparation of Phase I or Phase II proposals, to develop supporting project data, and to undertake other activities directly related to their SBIR/STTR proposal. | Montana small businesses that are actively preparing SBIR/STTR proposals and that have received fewer than five Phase I awards in the last 10 years | $3,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| North Carolina Department of Commerce - Board of Science, Technology & Innovation | One North Carolina Small Business Program - Incentive Funds | The SBIR/STTR Phase I Incentive Funds Program provides reimbursement to qualified NC businesses for a portion of the costs incurred in preparing and submitting Phase I SBIR/STTR proposals to federal agencies. The goal of the Incentive Program is to increase the number, quality, company and technology diversity, and geographic breadth of NC applications for Federal SBIR and STTR Phase I awards.Qualified applicants will be reimbursed for a percentage of the costs of preparing and submitting a SBIR/STTR Phase I proposal, up to a maximum of twelve thousand dollars ($12,000). | North Carolina small business submitting SBIR/STTR Phase I proposals | $12,000 | 6/30/25 | See More Details Here |
| BioConnect Iowa | SBIR/STTR Outreach Program - Third Party Proposal Assistance Phase 0 (for Phase I proposal) | BioConnect Iowa pays 100% of the cost of one-on-one professional proposal assistance for qualifying SBIR/STTR Phase I and Phase II applications. This can represent a potential cost saving of between $2,000 – $14,000 for your business. | Iowa small business applying for SBIR/STTR Phase I or Phase II | $14,000 | 5 weeks prior to SBIR deadline | See More Details Here |
| Tennessee Department of Economic & Community Development - Launch Tennessee | Commercialization Microgrants (Phase 0) | Commercialization Micro Grants may be used for: Grant-writing assistance in preparing an SBIR/STTR Phase I, Phase II or Fast-Track proposal, or for a commercialization-oriented research grant outside of the SBIR/STTR program; or engaging technical expertise that will clearly help advance the early-stage companies’ commercialization plans. SBIR/STTR applicants must certify participation in a LaunchTN-approved in-person or webinar training program within the 12 months prior to the time of application. | Tennessee-based early-stage companies that are developing technology with a plan for advancing it into the marketplace. | $6,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Wisconsin Center for Innovative Technology (CIT) | SBIR/STTR Assistance Micro-grant | SBIR Assistance micro-grants are aimed at technology and research-based Wisconsin businesses who intend to apply for SBIR/STTR federal funds. The grants cover reimbursement of costs up to $4500.00, incurred by a business in hiring an independent, approved third-party to assist in the development of federal Phase 1 SBIR/STTR research and development proposal. | Those starting or expanding a Wisconsin business with a focus on technology development, innovation and/or integration research and development that fits SBIR/STTR funding initiatives across any of the participating agencies. | $4,500 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Utah Governor's Office of Economic Opportunity | Utah Technology Innovation Funding (UTIF) | Eligible Phase I applicants may seek microgrants to offset the costs of writing an SBIR/STTR proposal. Eligible Phase I winners may seek nonrecourse loans to help bridge the gap between Phase I and Phase II SBIR/STTR R&D efforts. | Companies in the technology development sector pursuing non-dilutive funding through the federal Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. | Varies | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| University at Buffalo Office of Science, Technology Transfer and Economic Outreach (UB STOR) /Western NY Incubator Network (WIN) | SBIR/STTR Assistance Program | WIN's SBIR / STTR assistance program links quality SBIR / STTR applicants with outside experts to submit timely, high-quality proposals to relevant federal agencies. Current incubator clients, graduates, and ventures meeting the WIN virtual incubation criteria are eligible for WIN the cover the full cost of engaging an experienced consultant for a well-qualified proposal. Phase I and Phase II applications are both eligible. | New York companies applying for Phase I or Phase II SBIR/STTR | $4,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Center for Regional Economic Advancement at Cornell University (CREA) and Empire State Development's Division of Science, Technology and Innovation (NYSTAR) | SBIR/STTR Assistance Program | The SBIR / STTR Assistance Program is a NYSTAR funded, CREA-managed program that helps eligible companies hire a qualified SBIR / STTR proposal developer or consultant to assist in developing their proposal. The SBIR / STTR Assistance Program provides matching funding, up to a preset limit, to awarded companies - the matching structure will typically be 1:1. | New York companies applying for Phase I or Phase II SBIR/STTR | Varies | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Colorado Small Business Development Center (SBDC) TechSource | Commercialization: Proposal Assistance Funding | The Colorado SBDC has funding to help women-owned, minority-owned and/or rural-based science and technology businesses access private resources for assistance with SBIR/STTR proposal development. Preference will be given to first time applicants and those using service providers headquartered in Colorado. Awarded businesses must request an invoice from their service provider for the grant amount awarded. The invoice must be made out and provided to the SBDC TechSource program for payment. This can be in advance of services, if necessary. You are welcome to work with one of the companies on the list provided, or another company of your choosing. | Colorado-based women-owned, minority-owned, and/or rural-based science and technology businesses | $1,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Kentucky Science and Engineering Foundation (KSEF) | SBIR Micro Awards | The microAward program is intended to assist Kentucky-based small-businesses that anticipate expenses related to the support of a successful SBIR/STTR application. Companies may submit $5,000 worth of eligible expenses for reimbursement. The most common use of funds included consultant expenses related to SBIR/STTR proposal writing and review, materials for R&D studies, costs related to trainings and conferences, and consultant expenses for market and customer research. | Kentucky small businesses applying for SBIR and that that anticipates expenses related to the support of a successful SBIR/STTR application. | $5,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| LSU Innovation Park | Phase 0 Assistance | Phase 0 is a state and federally funded effort to stimulate interest and increase participation in the federally funded SBIR and STTR programs. Qualified Louisiana small businesses can request $3,000 to $5,000 to cover reasonable costs incurred in developing an SBIR or STTR Phase I or II proposal. | Louisiana-based SBIR/STTR applicants | $5,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Maine Technology Institute | Phase 0 Funds | Phase 0 funds can be used for both internal and external direct costs associated with the preparation of applications to the SBIR/STTR Phase I and other Federal R&D programs. Eligible costs include: consultant services and/or external resource providers (ERP), consultant/ERP travel expenses, and costs to purchase information such as market reports. All Phase 0 projects must conclude with successful submission of a completed proposal to the targeted Federal R&D program agency, by that agency’s stated deadline. | Maine entrepreneurs and Maine-based companies requesting funds to prepare SBIR/STTR Phase I applications and other Federal R&D program proposals, to develop, transfer and advance technologies into the commercial market | $5,000 | 2 weeks prior to SBIR deadline | See More Details Here |
| Innovate Mississippi | The Mississippi Federal and State Technology (MS-FAST) Partnership Program | The MS-FAST Phase 0 Program offers up to $3,000 to help MS small businesses develop SBIR/STTR proposals and provides financial support to increase SBIR/STTR participation in their regions. and increase in the number of SBIR/STTR awards from women, socially/economically disadvantaged individuals, and small businesses in underrepresented areas - typically rural states. Projects may be awarded up to the following amounts: Research to acquire preliminary data: $1500; Proposal writing and assistance: $1500; Travel grants: $1000. | Mississippi Small Businesses applying to the SBIR program | $3,000 | 30 days before SBIR deadline | See More Details Here |
| University of New Hampshire - UNH Innovation | FOSTER (FOcused SBIR/STTR Teaching, Equity and Results) Microgrant | UNHInnovation is leading a U.S. Small Business Administration initiative called FOSTER (FOcused SBIR/STTR Teaching, Equity and Results) to increase proposals for SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) and STTR (Small Business Technology Transfer) grants in the state of New Hampshire. FOSTER offers services including grant identification, training, advice and proposal support. For select companies, a competitive microgrant program is available to offer direct grant proposal assistance. Microgrants are designed to assist applicants who already have strong proposals to acquire services for the actual writing of the proposals. | New Hampshire Small Businesses applying to the SBIR program | $5,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| University of South Carolina - Office of Economic Engagement | FAST program | USC Office of Economic Engagement's Federal and State Technology (FAST) program provides technical assistance, education, and outreach to South Carolina small businesses. We guide entrepreneurs and startup companies through idea development and entity formation; support startup companies through educational programs and professional services that improve proposal development; provide assistance that leads to the commercialization of technology developed through SBIR/STTR grant funding; and cultivate South Carolina mentoring networks to provide business advice. | South Carolina Small Businesses applying to the SBIR program | Varies | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| West Virginia Small Business Development Center | Entrepreneurship and Innovation Investment Fund | West Virginia small businsses applying for SBIR or STTR Phase I or Phase II may apply for a Phase 0 award upon submitting a Phase I SBIR or STTR proposal. These Phase 0 awards are distributed as a $2,500 grant and can be applied for during any month of the year | West Virginia Small Businesses applying to the SBIR/STTR program | $2,500 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| HSC Next - The University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth | Tarrant County SBIR Phase 0 program | The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase 0 program at HSC Next assists Tarrant County small businesses in applying for nondilutive federal funding through America's Seed Fund. Whether companies receive federal funding through SBIR or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR), this funding is instrumental in growing companies with innovative technologies. Given the complex and competitive nature of securing nondilutive federal funding, HSC Next's SBIR Phase 0 team is here to assist companies in their pursuit of SBIR/STTR funding. | Tarrant County, Texas small business with innovative research or technology with market potential and applying for SBIR/STTR | Varies | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| University of Vermont - Larner College of Medicine | iTrep Program | Continuing with our mission to promote success in biomedical entrepreneurship, the I-Trep program offers individual one-to-one consulting with experts to assist in the preparation of proposals and the management of awarded SBIR/STTR Grants. If you are selected by the committee, If selected, the I-Trep program will put you in contact with an expert to help you with your topic of interest. The I-Trep program will cover the consultation fee (maximum amount $3500). | University of Vermont faculty and students from Alaska, Delaware, Maine, New Hampshire, Puerto Rico, Rhode Island and Vermont applying for SBIR/STTR | $3,500 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Idaho SBDC | Phase 0 Program | Up to $3000 Reimbursement • Can cover tasks directly related to writing proposal • Can cover travel costs to learn about SBIR/STTR or learn how to write proposal • Can cover costs for approved 3rd party review of proposal prior to submission • Up to $1000 incentive if above costs do not exceed $2000 • Must have proof of expenses (labor charges, receipts, invoices, etc. for expenses except $1000 incentive) | Idaho small business applying for SBIR/STTR, Must conduct at least 51% of the research described in the proposal in Idaho | $3,000 | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| The University of Rochester (UR) | SBIR/STTR Grant Writing Support | The University of Rochester (UR) provides an opportunity for grant writing/consulting assistance to UR researchers that are planning to work with a University startup to develop and submit a Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) proposal. | University of Rochester students seeking SBIR/STTR funding | Varies | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Entrepreneurship at Cornell | SBIR/STTR Assistance Program | The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs are federal programs that provide non-dilutive seed funding to startup companies for early-stage product development. Both programs have three phases, with funding available to startups in Phases I and II. | Cornell University students seeking SBIR/STTR funding | Varies | Rolling | See More Details Here |
| Life Science Washington Institute | Washington Competes Grant Programs. | These programs are intended to expand the pipeline of diverse and early-stage companies located throughout Washington. | Washington-based businesses applying for SBIR/STTR | $25,000 | 08/02/2025 | See More Details Here |
| Department of Energy | DOE Phase 0 Program | The DOE Phase 0 Program is provided by the Department of Energy to assist first time applicants learn how to prepare responsive applications to the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and/or Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) program. | US-based small business with the capability to respond to the topics in the DOE Funding Opportunity Announcements (FOA). | Varies | Rolling | See More Details Here |
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