NASA SBIR/STTR Broad Agency Announcement
The NASA Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs provide funding for small businesses to develop and commercialize innovative technologies that address specific needs within NASA's mission directorates.
Deadline
September 30, 2027
Est. Time
40-80 hours
Source
NASA Solicitation Portal
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants must be U.S.-based small businesses that meet the SBA size and ownership standards for SBIR/STTR eligibility, possessing the capacity to perform R&D.
Who Can Apply
U.S. small business concerns (less than 500 employees) that meet specific ownership and work performance requirements set forth by the Small Business Administration.
Application Instructions
Interested firms must register on the NASA SBIR/STTR website, review the current solicitation topics, and submit a proposal package via the Electronic Handbook (EHB) portal.
Required Documents
- Proposal Cover Sheet
- Technical Proposal
- Budget Narrative
- Letters of Support
- Company Commercialization History
Geographic Restrictions
United States
Required Essays
- Technical Abstract
- Technical Narrative
- Commercialization Plan
- Facilities/Equipment Description
How to Stand Out
Clearly articulate how the proposed technology fills a specific NASA technical gap and demonstrate a concrete plan for commercialization beyond the NASA contract.
Risk Warnings
This is a rigorous, competitive federal procurement process. Failure to follow specific formatting and administrative instructions will result in immediate disqualification.