Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) & Technology Transfer Support (STTR) Programs

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The federal Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs fund small businesses developing innovative technologies. Grants are awarded in two phases:

•Phase I: Feasibility studies and proof of concept (about $150,000)

•Phase II: Prototype development and customer testing ($1.5-$3 million)

Together, SBIR and STTR are known as “America’s Largest Seed Fund.”

Through Business Oregon, the state offers additional grants to help Oregon companies prepare stronger proposals and build on their federal awards. To date, Oregon has awarded more than $400,000 in state grants, helping companies secure nearly $13 million in federal SBIR/STTR funding, create jobs, and bring new technologies to market across sectors such as clean energy, advanced manufacturing, and life sciences.

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Jeff Stell Small Business Officer 503-910-3034

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who can apply for these grants?

Oregon-based, for-profit small businesses (under 500 employees) that are applying for, or have already received, a federal SBIR or STTR award.

What expenses are eligible for Application Support Grants?

Professional fees (grant writing, consultants, reviewers), legal or accounting tied to the application, and research costs such as market studies or technical database access.

Can I apply for both Application Support and Matching Grants?

Yes. Application Support helps you prepare a federal proposal. Matching Grants are for companies with a federal award.

How competitive are these programs?

Federal SBIR/STTR awards are very competitive. Oregon’s support programs are also competitive but designed to give local companies an edge.

How do I apply?

Applications are submitted by email. Each program has its own instructions in the guidelines:

•Follow the Application Support Guidelines for requirements and submission details

•Follow the Matching Grant Overview once the program opens Application Support Grants

Purpose

Helps Oregon companies strengthen SBIR/STTR applications.

Who it’s for Businesses preparing federal Phase I proposals (Phase 0) Businesses preparing federal Phase II or Fast-Track proposals (Phase 00)

Funding

Up to $5,000 for: Grant writing, technical review, or consulting Legal/accounting services tied to the application Market research or technical database access

Impact More than $400,000 awarded Nearly $13 million in federal awards secured by Oregon companies

How to Apply

1. Identify the federal solicitation you plan to apply for and confirm your company and project are a good fit for that opportunity. Review the solicitation’s technical focus areas, eligibility requirements, and agency priorities to ensure alignment. If applying to the National Science Foundation (NSF), you must have received an invitation to submit a full proposal following your Project Pitch.

2. Review the Application Support Guidelines

3. Fill out the Application Form

4. Prepare…

Topic areas: General and Cross-cutting R&D, Workforce Development.

Funding amount

This grant provides Varies in funding.

Deadline

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; there is no single fixed deadline.

Who can apply

This opportunity is open to the following applicant types:

• Not specified by the program.

Eligibility

The program did not publish a separate eligibility statement. See the official opportunity page for the full eligibility criteria.

Agency

Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) & Technology Transfer Support (STTR) Programs is administered by Business Oregon (Oregon Business Development Department) (Business Oregon), listed via Business Oregon (Oregon Business Development Department).