IMPORTANT UPDATE: Effective 1 October 2025, SBIR/STTR program authorization has expired. New activity is paused; ongoing awards remain valid. Awardees are encouraged to contact their TPOCs and contracting officers with questions regarding active awards.

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May 19, 2025

Success Story: Wildlife’s Operational Impacts on Base

New York, NY — The U.S. Air Force SBIR-funded efforts resulted in the planned deployment of wildlife monitoring systems to several USAF installations.

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April 7, 2025

Success Story: Silver Linings

Sheridan, WY — A series of SBIR contracts led a small Wyoming company from aircraft covers to the presidential fleet.

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March 10, 2025

External Success Story #1

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May 24, 2024

Hicks Establishes SBIR/STTR Due Diligence Policy and Implementation Guidance

Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks signed a memorandum to establish policy and provide implementation guidance for the Defense Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Due Diligence Program May 13.