NSF has temporarily paused the submission of new Project Pitches to the SBIR/STTR programs due to the lapse in congressional authorization.
Program Directors will continue to process Project Pitches that were previously received. Please direct any questions to sbir@nsf.gov.
Commercial opportunities
Phase II External Funding (Phase IIB)
Extends the R&D efforts beyond the current grant to further accelerate commercialization of the Phase II project
Max funding: $500,000 per award, 50% of investment funds not to exceed $500,000 from NSF
Requirements: Commitment of at least $100K.
Deadline: Must begin process at least 30 days prior to Phase II award expiration.
Funding for additional research that goes beyond the Phase II project’s objectives to meet the technical specifications or additional proof-of-concept requirements. Additional research is anticipated to enhance the commercial potential and lead to partnerships with industrial partners and venture and angel investors.
Max funding: 20% of the Phase II award
Deadline: Within 18 months of the effective start date of Phase II award
Deadline: Phase II awardees are strongly encouraged to submit their TABA supplemental funding requests as early in the award as possible and at least three months prior to the expiration date of the Phase II award. NSF recommends that companies applying for Phase II budget for TABA in their Phase II proposal. (A program director may, at his or her discretion, accept TABA supplemental requests at any time during the award duration).
