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General SBIR/STTR Resources

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Readiness Levels and Assessments

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Understanding Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs)

Technology Readiness Level (TRL) is a framework originally developed by NASA in the 1970s to measure how close a technology is to being ready for real-world use. Today, it’s a common standard across federal agencies — including the Department of Defense (DoD), Department of Energy (DOE), and National Institutes of Health (NIH) — to evaluate technology maturity.

For innovators and small businesses, understanding your TRL is key. It helps you assess where your technology stands in the development process, communicate progress clearly to investors and funding agencies, and identify the most appropriate funding and partnership opportunities. TRLs also provide a shared language for discussing technology development. They help teams manage technical risk, determine next steps in R&D, and make informed decisions about when to transition toward commercialization.

Commonly used technology and commercialization assessments:

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Technology Readiness Level DescriptionsPreviewDownload
NIH Technology_Readiness_Guidelines (May2016).xlsxPreviewDownload
DOE ARL AssessmentPreviewDownload
DOE Commercial Adoption Readiness Assessment Tool (CARAT)_030323.pdfPreviewDownload
DOD - Manufacturing Readiness Levels DCMA Training 2016.pdfPreviewDownload
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General SBIR/STTR Documents

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SAM.gov Entity ChecklistPreviewDownload
SBIR STTR Awards and Intellectual Property.pdfPreviewDownload
Guide to SBIR/STTR Program Eligibility - Updated 2024PreviewDownload
SBA SBIR/STTR POLICY DIRECTIVE May 2023PreviewDownload
SBA SBIR/STTR FINAL APPENDICES MAY 2023PreviewDownload
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Agency Overviews

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Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)

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Part 31 - Contract Cost Principles and ProceduresPreviewDownload
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Electronic Registrations

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    Department of Defense (DOD) Resources

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    Department of Defense (DOD)

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    • About

      Website: https://www.defense.gov/

      Overview: The DOD invests in innovative technologies to enhance national security. Its SBIR/STTR programs support small businesses developing defense-related solutions.​

      Funding Focus Areas: Defense technology, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, medical technologies.​

      For Full Topic Listings: https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app

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    • 25.4/25.D Release Schedule

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    DOD Topics Open & Pre-Release - April 2025PreviewDownload
    2025_Army_SBIR_254_R7_V2.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_DLA_SBIR_25.4_R7_V3.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_DoD 25.D STTR BAA Preface_Release 7_04022025.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_Army_STTR_25D_R7.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_CBD_STTR_25D_R7.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_SOCOM_STTR_25.D_R7.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_DoD 25.2 SBIR BAA Preface_04112025.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_DHA_SBIR_252.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_DTRA_SBIR_25.2.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_Navy_SBIR_252_PhaseI_V3.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_Navy_SBIR_252_DP2_V2.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_OSD-NGA_SBIR_252.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_DoD 25.B STTR BAA Preface_04112025.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_MDA_STTR_25.B.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_Navy_STTR_25B.pdfPreviewDownload
    2024_AF_X24.4_CSO_Amendment_1.pdfPreviewDownload
    2024_AF_X24.5_CSO.pdfPreviewDownload
    2024_AFX246_SBIR_CSO_amendment2.pdfPreviewDownload
    2024_AF_X24.7 CSO_Amendment 2.pdfPreviewDownload
    2024_AF_X24.D_CSO.pdfPreviewDownload
    2023_AFWERX-Annual-Report-Final_CLEARED_AFRL-2024-4054_WEB-1-1.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_DoD 25.4 SBIR BAA Preface_Release 7_04022025.pdfPreviewDownload
    2023_DOD_TRA-Guide-Jun2023.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_DoD 25.D STTR BAA Preface_Release 6_03052025.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_Army_STTR_25D_R6.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_DARPA_SBIR_254_R5.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_MDA_SBIR_254_R5.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_SOCOM_SBIR_254_Phase I_R5.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_Navy_SBIR_254_R5_DP2.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_Army_SBIR_254_R5.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025-0205-DoD 25.4 SBIR BAA FULL_Release 5.pdfPreviewDownload
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    DOD | Air Force & AFWERX

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      AFWERX is an innovation arm of the U.S. Air Force, operating under the Department of the Air Force (DAF). It aims to accelerate agile, affordable capability transitions by connecting innovative private-sector solutions with defense needs. Within the SBIR/STTR programs, AFWERX plays a key role by streamlining the process for small businesses to engage with the Department of Defense (DoD), particularly the Air Force and Space Force. It emphasizes rapid prototyping, dual-use technologies, and a customer discovery model that helps small businesses align their solutions with real defense mission needs—speeding up the path from concept to operational use.

      https://afwerx.com/divisions/ventures/sbir-sttr-program-overview/

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    2024 AFWERX Innovation Handbook.pdfPreviewDownload
    2024_AF_X24.4_CSO_Amendment_1.pdfPreviewDownload
    2024_AF_X24.5_CSO.pdfPreviewDownload
    2024_AFX246_SBIR_CSO_amendment2.pdfPreviewDownload
    2024_AF_X24.7 CSO_Amendment 2.pdfPreviewDownload
    2024_AF_X24.D_CSO.pdfPreviewDownload
    2024_AF_X24.E CSO_Amendment 2.pdfPreviewDownload
    2023 AFWERX Annual Report Final_CLEARED_AFRL.pdfPreviewDownload
    AF_CSO_OPEN_TOPIC_TECH_VOL_TEMPLATE_9.23-2.pdfPreviewDownload
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    DOD | Navy

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    Although the Navy's SBIR and STTR programs are a component of the overall Department of Defense (DoD) SBIR/STTR program, the Navy's program is targeted at addressing the needs and areas of interest to the Navy and its System Commands (SYSCOMS).

    On a schedule coordinated by DoD, the Navy issues SBIR Broad Agency Announcements (BAAs) or "announcements" (formerly called solicitations), usually 3 per year, that contain a series of "Technical Topics" that describe the areas of interest and needs of the Navy and its SYSCOMS. Small businesses are invited to submit proposals targeted at one or more of the technical topics listed in the announcement. The STTR program works in the same manner, but has only 2 announcements per year.

    https://www.navysbir.com/

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    2025_DOD_NavyTransitions_Winter-2025.pdfPreviewDownload
    topic_N244-P03_NAVWAR Open Topic for Advanced Data Integrity and Control Methods.PDFPreviewDownload
    topic_N244-P02_NAVSEA Open Topic for Sustainment and Obsolescence.PDFPreviewDownload
    topic_N244-P01_NAVAIR Open Topic for Advanced Robotic Automation for Fleet Readiness Center Industrial Processes.PDFPreviewDownload
    N244_Aug1-Sept4.pdfPreviewDownload
    Navy SBIR/STTR Phase III Guidebook (v2 2020)PreviewDownload
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    DOD | Army | xTech

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    Connecting small businesses with the U.S. Army to spur innovation.

    The xTech Program manages the Army’s prize competitions to award and accelerate innovative technology solutions that can help solve Army challenges.

    https://www.xtech.army.mil/

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    2025 xTechOverwatch RFI.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_xTech LIVE SOF Outreach Flyer.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_xTech Soldier Fire Control Flyer.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_xTech Pacific 2025_Flyer.pdfPreviewDownload
    2025_Army_RFI_xTechIgnite.pdfPreviewDownload
    xTech Ignite Flyer.pdfPreviewDownload

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      Department of Health and Human Services (NIH, FDA, and CDC) Resources

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        Department of Energy (DOE) Resources

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        Department of Energy (DOE)

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          Department of Energy: DOE SBIR/STTR

          FY2025: https://science.osti.gov/sbir/Funding-Opportunities

          FY2026 (Projected Dates): https://science.osti.gov/sbir/Funding-Opportunities/FY-2026

          Overview: DOE addresses America's energy, environmental, and nuclear challenges through transformative science and technology solutions.​

          Funding Focus Areas: Clean energy, advanced manufacturing, nuclear technologies.​

          Research areas include: Advanced Scientific Computing Research, Environmental Management, Fossil Energy, Biological and Environmental Research, Fusion Energy Science, Cybersecurity, Energy Security, Renewable Energy, and more.

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        2011_DOE_TRA Guide.pdfPreviewDownload
        FY2025 DOE Phase I - Release 2 -DE-FOA-0003504.pdfPreviewDownload
        FY2025 DOE Phase I - Release 2 - Topics.pdfPreviewDownload
        FY2025 DOE Phase II - Release 1 - DE-FOA-0003462-000002.pdfPreviewDownload
        FY2025 DOE Phase I - Release 1 - DE-FOA-0003417.pdfPreviewDownload
        FY2025 DOE Phase I - Release 1- Topics.pdfPreviewDownload

          Department of Energy (DOE) SBIR/STTR Applicant Resources

          Collection of applicant resources for DOE, including information about the DOE SBIR Online Learning Center, Phase 0 Applicant Assistance, preparing and submitting a Phase I Letter of Intent, and quick links to relevant application systems.

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          Department of Commerce (DOC) Resources

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            Department of Transportation (DOT) Resources

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              Department of Education (ED) Resources

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                Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Resources

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                Department of Homeland Security (DHS)

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                FY2025 DHS 25.1 SBIR Solicitation Final.pdfPreviewDownload
                FY2025 DHS 25.1 SBIR Pre-Solicitation Final.pdfPreviewDownload
                SBIR 2023.1 Final SolicitationPreviewDownload

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                  Environment Protection Agency (EPA) Resources

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                    NASA

                    National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Resources

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                    NASA SBIR/STTR

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                      National Aeronautics and Space Administration: NASA SBIR/STTR

                      Overview: NASA explores space and aeronautics, seeking innovative technologies to support its missions.​

                      Funding Focus Areas: Aerospace, robotics, space technology.​

                      Seventeen (17) technology areas, including:

                      • Propulsion Systems,
                      • Flight Computing and Avionics,
                      • Aerospace Power and Energy Storage,
                      • Robotic Systems,
                      • Communications,
                      • Navigation, and
                      • Orbital Debris Tracking/Characterization Systems.

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                    • NASA Ignite

                      The 2025 NASA SBIR Ignite Phase I Solicitation is scheduled to open in Summer 2025.

                      SBIR Ignite is a pilot initiative for high-growth, product-oriented entrepreneurs, startups, and small businesses to use NASA as a stepping stone in their path towards commercial success. SBIR Ignite funds U.S. small businesses in their early-stage, high-risk technology development to help make them and their technologies more attractive to private sector investors, customers, and partners.

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                    2025_NASA_SF30+Mod+STTR+Phase+I+Solicitation.pdfPreviewDownload
                    2025_NASA_SF30+Mod+2-SBIR+Taxonomy+alignment.pdfPreviewDownload
                    2025+NASA+SBIR+Phase+I+Solicitation.pdfPreviewDownload
                    2025+NASA+STTR+Phase+I+Solicitation.pdfPreviewDownload
                    NASA TRL Definitions.pdfPreviewDownload
                    2024-nasa-technology-taxonomy-chart-poster.pdfPreviewDownload
                    2024-NASA-technology-taxonomy-report-low-resolution-final-20240730-tagged.pdfPreviewDownload
                    2024+NASA+SBIR+Ignite+Solicitation.pdfPreviewDownload
                    2024_NASA_SBIR_PI_Solicitation.pdfPreviewDownload
                    2024_NASA_STTR_Phase_I_Solicitation_Final.pdfPreviewDownload
                    2022 STTR Phase I Solicitation_0.pdfPreviewDownload
                    STTR 2022_Appendix A - Technology Readiness Level Descriptions.pdfPreviewDownload
                    STTR 2022_Appendix B - STTR and the Technology Taxonomy.pdfPreviewDownload
                    STTR 2022_Appendix C - Potential Transition and Infusion Opportunities.pdfPreviewDownload
                    STTR 2022_Appendix D - List of NASA STTR Phase I Clauses, Regulations and Certifications.pdfPreviewDownload
                    2022 SBIR Phase I SolicitationPreviewDownload
                    SBIR 2022_Appendix A - Technology Readiness Level Descriptions_0.pdfPreviewDownload
                    SBIR 2022_Appendix B - SBIR and the Technology Taxonomy.pdfPreviewDownload
                    SBIR 2022_Appendix C - Potential Transition and Infusion Opportunities.pdfPreviewDownload
                    SBIR 2022_Appendix D - List of NASA SBIR Phase I Clauses, Regulations and Certifications.pdfPreviewDownload

                      NASA SBIR/STTR Sample Proposal and Contract Deliverables

                      The NASA SBIR/STTR Firm Library contains templates and samples of all potential proposal and contract deliverables for Phase I and Phase II. This library should be utilized by the Firms to aid in the preparation of their deliverables. Firms must submit their deliverables via the Electronic Handbooks (EHBs).

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                      NSF

                      National Science Foundation (NSF) Resources

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                      National Science Foundation (NSF)

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                        National Science Foundation: NSF SBIR/STTR

                        Overview: NSF promotes the progress of science by funding research across various disciplines, including emerging technologies.​
                        Funding Focus Areas: Cutting-edge scientific research, emerging technologies.​ Funds almost all areas of technology and market sectors (with the exception of clinical trials).

                        *A project pitch is required to apply to the National Science Foundation SBIR/STTR Program. Learn about the process.

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                      2024-25_NSF_SBIR_nsf24579.pdfPreviewDownload
                      2024-25_NSF_STTR_nsf24580.pdfPreviewDownload
                      2025 NSF indirect cost rate adjustments.pdfPreviewDownload
                      2024 NSF Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide.pdfPreviewDownload
                      NSF Small Business Innovation Research_ Small Business Technology Transfer Program Phase I (SBIR_STTR Phase I) (nsf23515) _ NSF - National Science Foundation.pdfPreviewDownload
                      Phase II (NSF 22-552)PreviewDownload

                        USDA

                        Department of Agriculture (USDA) Resources

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                        USDA | NIFA

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                          Department of Agriculture: USDA NIFA SBIR/STTR

                          Website: www.nifa.usda.gov/grants/programs/sbir-sttr

                          Overview: USDA supports agricultural research and innovation to enhance food security and rural development.​

                          Funding Focus Areas: AgTech, food security, rural development.​

                          Supports: Forests Resources, Plant and Animal Production and Protection, Conservation of Natural Resources, Food Science and Nutrition, Rural Development, Aquaculture, Biofuels and Biobased Products, Small and Mid-Size Farms

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                        USDA FY25 SBIR/STTR Phase 2 RFA 2P.pdfPreviewDownload
                        USDA FY25 SBIR/STTR Phase 1 RFA.pdfPreviewDownload
                        USDA FY25 SBIR/STTR Phase 2 RFA.pdfPreviewDownload
                        Request for Application FY23 - Phase 1 (V3)PreviewDownload
                        Grants Application GuidePreviewDownload

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                          Intellectual Property (IP) Resources

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                          Intellectual Property

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                          Presented via webinar on October 28, 2022

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                          SBIR STTR Awards and Intellectual Property.pdfPreviewDownload
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