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SBIR / STTR
Grants & Contracts News
News Flash - Updated 2/01/05
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DoD Releases FY 2005 STTR Solicitation (2/01/05) - The DoD has released their
FY 2005 STTR solicitation which will begin accepting proposals on March 15, 2005 and will close to proposals on April 15,
2005 at 6am EST. This year the STTR has offerings from Air Force, Army, DARPA, MDA, Navy and OSD.
As per DoD policy, up until the formal opening date (March 15, 2005) you may talk directly with the Topic Authors to ask
technical questions about the topics. On or after March 15, direct communication between proposers and topic authors is not
allowed. However, proposers may still submit written questions about solicitation topics through the SBIR/STTR Interactive
Topic Information System (SITIS), at www.dodsbir.net/sitis/. The SITIS system has been revamped and is much improved, but keep in mind that all SITIS questions and answers are public.
The DoD STTR solicitation is available on the DoD SBIR web site at www.acq.osd.mil/sadbu/sbir/solicitations/sttr05. The DoD STTR topics will be included in the SBIR Gateway's Solicitation Search by February 4.
NOTE: The DoD may make changes to their STTR solicitation and/or the topics until the official opening date of March
15, 2005. It is not unusual for topics to be added or deleted during this time period. It is advisable to periodically check
for any changes.
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NSF Changes Web Site Address (1/31/05) - The National Science Foundation (NSF)
has changed their web site address and have added an attractive new look. The new NSF SBIR address is www.nsf.gov/eng/sbir/.
HSARPA SBIR FY05.1 Modifications (01/21/05) - On January 21, 2005 HSARPA published
its "Official FY-05.1 SBIR Solicitation" which includes some modifications from their pre-release version that was
published December 21, 2004. It is not uncommon for agencies to make changes to their pre-release versions and HSARPA suggests
that interested companies download the "Final FY05.1 SBIR Solicitation" located at www.hsarpasbir.com/SolicitationDownload.asp.
The HSARPA FY05.1 SBIR is now open and will accept proposals until February 22, 2005 at 4:00pm EST. The changes from the
pre-release version are: Page 23, Section 5.9, Technical Data Rights, and Page 36, Topic H-SB05.1-006.
The amendment 01 document that highlights the changes from the pre-release version can be downloaded from FedBizOpps at http://www1.eps.gov/spg/DHS-DR/OCPO/DHS-OCPO/HSHQPA%2D05%2DR%2D1221041/Attachments.html.
Note: Now that the HSARPA solicitation has opened, communication with the topic point of contact is no longer permitted
but you can submit written questions to faq@hsarpasbir.com . The questions will be answered and posted electronically for general viewing to the HSARPA website, www.hsarpasbir.com.
This HSARPA solicitation has 6 technical topics. They are:
- ADVANCED SAMPLE PROCESSING OF LIQUID, OR SOLID OR AEROSOL SAMPLES, OR A COMBINATION OF TWO OR THREE TECHNOLOGY
AREAS: Biological Sensors, Biological Defense Countermeasures
- IMPROVED SPECTROSCOPIC GAMMA RAY DETECTORS TECHNOLOGY AREAS: Radiological
- IMPROVED HIGH PURITY GERMANIUM COOLING MECHANISMS TECHNOLOGY AREAS: Radiological
- LOW COST UNDERWATER THREAT DETECTION SYSTEM TECHNOLOGY AREAS: Critical Infrastructure Protection, Borders
and Transportation Security, Maritime
- INNOVATIVE LESS-LETHAL DEVICES FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT TECHNOLOGY AREAS: State and Local
- SECURE CARTON SYSTEM - (updated topic)
The topics are included in the Zyn SBIR Gateway Search Engine. Visit the HSARPA SBIR web site at www.hsarpasbir.com for complete information on the HSARPA FY-05.1 SBIR solicitation.
SBA Extends Comment Period for VC Participation and Small Business Size Standards (1/19/05)
- The SBA announced that it is extending for 60 days, the comment period for their Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM),
which requested comments on issues related to SBA's effort to restructure its small business size standards. This 60 day extension
is because SBA agrees with the public's view that an extension is necessary to afford interested parties more time to thoroughly
review the issues described in the ANPRM and prepare their comments. The previous deadline of February
1, 2005 is extended to April 3, 2005..
Although the ANPRM addresses a wide range of small business size standard concerns, the issue most germane to SBIR interests
is the Participation of businesses majority-owned by Venture Capital Companies in the SBIR Program. In brief:
- The SBA is seeking public comments on whether it should provide an exclusion from affiliation for venture
capital companies (VCC) in size determinations for eligibility for the SBIR Program. Under such a policy, VCCs that invest
in SBIR participants would not be considered affiliates of the SBIR participant and their size would therefore not be included
in determining the size of the participant.
For complete details visit the SBIR Gateway Easy ANPRM Reference
at www.zyn.com/sbir/sba/SBAANPRM04-1.htm.
You may submit your comments to SBA, identified by RIN 3245-AF22 by any of the following methods:
- Federal eRulemaking Portal: http://www.regulations.gov. Follow the instructions for submitting comments.
- E-mail: restructure.sizestandandards@sba.gov. Include RIN 3245-ZA02 in the subject line of the message.
- Fax: (202) 205-6930.
- Mail: Gary M. Jackson, Assistant Administrator for Size Standards, 409 Third Street, SW, Washington, DC 20416.
- Hand Delivery / Courier: Gary M. Jackson, Assistant Administrator for Size Standards, 409 Third Street, SW, Washington,
DC 20416.
Comments must be received on or before April 3, 2005.
At the conclusion of comment period (April 3, 2005) the SBA will announce a schedule for meetings and possible hearings
on all of the proposed size standard issues. Once the SBA makes their determinations it must be approved by the Office of
Management and Budget (OMB). Even if all goes smoothly, it is unlikely that changes would be enacted prior to 2006. [More...]
DOT Releases FY-2005 SBIR Topics Updated (1/21/05) - The
Volpe National Transportation System Center, (Volpe Center) has released the topic titles for their upcoming SBIR solicitation.
The solicitation is expected to be released on February 15, 2005 and will be issued through electronic means only on their
SBIR site at www.volpe.dot.gov/sbir. No hard copies will be available. The presolicitation notice can be found on the FedBizOpps web site at http://www1.eps.gov/spg/DOT/RSPA/VNTSC/DTRS57%2D05%2DR%2DSBIR/listing.html. The topics are:
Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)
| 05-FH1 |
Compact Laser Shearography System for Crack Detection |
| 05-FH2 |
Low Cost Workzone Collision Warning System |
| 05-FH3 |
Accurate Measurement of signature, speed, acceleration and jerk (SSAJ) with inductive loops
for Intersection Collision Avoidance (ICA), Red Light Running Prevention (RLRP) systems and Origin Destination (O-D) | Research
& Innovative Technologies Administration (RITA)
| 05-RT1 |
Use of Remotely Piloted Vehicles (RPV) to conduct traffic analysis audits for transportation
management systems |
| 05-RT2 |
Use of Remotely Piloted Vehicles (RPV) - Zeppelins to create "as built" plans for transportation
infrastructures and roadway inventory |
| 05-RT3 |
Use of Remotely Piloted Vehicles (RPV) - to create "as built" plans for transportation infrastructures
and roadway inventory for improved maintenance, and emergency preparedness and management | Office
of Pipeline Safety (OPS)
| 05-OPS1 |
Innovative Safety, Reliability and Inspection Technologies for Pipeline Safety Integrity Management |
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HHS/NIH Omnibus SBIR/STTR Grants Solicitation Opens (1/14/05) - The Department
of Health and Human Services has released their PHS 2005-2 SBIR/STTR Grants solicitation. This is their "all year" omnibus
grants solicitation that includes NIH, CDC and FDA. The submission dates are April 1, August 1, and December 1, 2005 EXCEPT
for AIDS related research which have submission dates of May 1, 2005, September 1, 2005 and January 2, 2006.
The NIH solicitation is one of the largest and most complex programs in the SBIR arena. It often differs significantly
from other SBIR agencies due to the nature of the health field. NIH research topics are generally not meant to be "all inclusive"
and each institute may have an interest in SBIR/STTR participation for items that serve the mission of the institute, even
if there is no topic listed in the solicitation.
There are many changes listed in this year's HHS/NIH/CDC/FDA SBIR/STTR solicitation. All interested parties should carefully
read Part I of the Program Information, Grant Application Instructions & Preparation Requirements document located
on the NIH SBIR web site at: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/funding/sbir.htm.
For the last six years the NIH has held a major NIH SBIR/STTR conference in June at their headquarters in Bethesda, MD.
It is anticipated that they will hold their 7th Annual SBIR/STTR Conference this July. This conference is highly recommended
for those who want to maximize their understanding of how to compete for the vast NIH SBIR/STTR opportunities.
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NASA Final Rule Change (1/12/05) - NASA has published their final rule change
to their 48 CFR Parts 1835 and 1852 Final Scientific and Technical Reports--SBIR and STTR Contracts in the January 12, 2005 Federal Register.
This rule adopts as final without change the proposed rule published in the August 12, 2004 Federal Register. This final rule amends the NASA FAR Supplement (NFS) by adding an Alternate III to the ``Final Scientific and Technical
Reports'' clause for use in contracts awarded under the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and the Small Business Technology
Transfer (STTR) programs.
This change is required to recognize the ``Rights in Data--SBIR Programs'' clause rather than the FAR ``Rights in Data--General''
clause currently referenced in the NFS ``Final Scientific and Technical Reports'' clause.
DoD SBIR Program Manager Change (1/04/05) - Thomas (Jeff) Bond has left his position
as DoD SBIR Program Manager (effective December 30, 2004) to pursue other interests in the private sector. The DoD has appointed
Victor Ciardello, of the DoD Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (SADBU) as interim DoD SBIR program manager
while DoD seeks to fill the vacancy.
Bond had formerly been the MDA/BMDO SBIR program manager and became the DoD SBIR program manager in January of 2003 replacing
Ivory Fisher who retired.
Although Bond was well liked, he could also be controversial due to his "out of the box" methods and sometimes flashy SBIR
presentations. He was an innovator in using early multi-media presentations to attract small businesses to the SBIR program.
His signature "Money Tie" (a tie that gave the impression of being made of money) was always an attention getter at the various
SBIR conferences he attended.
Bond has accepted the position of Director, Grants and Proposals for the Association For Manufacturing Technology (AMT)
in McLean, VA. He can be reached at 703-827-5293.
HSARPA Issues SBIR FY-05.1 Pre-Release (12/21/04) - HSARPA has issued their FY-05.1
SBIR Pre-Release. The solicitation will officially open and start accepting proposals on January 20, 2005 and close on February
22, 2005 at 4:00pm EST. The term Pre-Release has different connotations depending on the agency, but in the case of
HSARPA the pre-release is very much like that of the DoD. Starting with this FY-05 offering, HSARPA, like the DoD, will allow
the small business to directly contact the SBIR topic's technical point of contact during the pre-release stage only.
On or after January 20 direct contact is no longer permitted but the small business can submit written questions to faq@hsarpasbir.com . The questions will be answered and posted electronically for general viewing to the HSARPA website, www.hsarpasbir.com.
This HSARPA solicitation has 6 technical topics. They are:
- ADVANCED SAMPLE PROCESSING OF LIQUID, OR SOLID OR AEROSOL SAMPLES, OR A COMBINATION OF TWO OR THREE TECHNOLOGY
AREAS: Biological Sensors, Biological Defense Countermeasures
- IMPROVED SPECTROSCOPIC GAMMA RAY DETECTORS TECHNOLOGY AREAS: Radiological
- IMPROVED HIGH PURITY GERMANIUM COOLING MECHANISMS TECHNOLOGY AREAS: Radiological
- LOW COST UNDERWATER THREAT DETECTION SYSTEM TECHNOLOGY AREAS: Critical Infrastructure Protection, Borders
and Transportation Security, Maritime
- INNOVATIVE LESS-LETHAL DEVICES FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT TECHNOLOGY AREAS: State and Local
- SECURE CARTON SYSTEM - (updated topic)
SMART CONTAINER / SMART CARTON SYSTEM TECHNOLOGY AREAS: Border Watch, Container Security, Borders and
Transportation Security
The topics are included in the Zyn SBIR Gateway Search Engine. Visit the HSARPA SBIR web site at www.hsarpasbir.com for complete information on the HSARPA FY-05.1 SBIR solicitation.
SBA Issues New Size Regulations / More to Come / Wants Public Comments (12/15/04)
- The SBA has issued a new Final Ruling concerning small business size regulations that determine small business eligibility
for participation in the SBIR program. The new regulations are now included in 13 CFR Part 121 and were published December
3, 2004 in the federal register.
In brief this new rule makes changes to 13 CFR § 121.702 which now provides added flexibility concerning the ownership
and control of a small business. Starting with this new rule which goes into effect on January 3, 2005, a small business can
be majority owned and controlled by another entity such as Venture Capital Companies (VCCs), Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOPs),
Joint Ventures (JVs), Trusts, or other small business concerns.
This does not satisfy the BIO/NVCA lobbyists who want an exemption from the SBA size standard rules. [More...]
Update on HSARPA SBIR Release (11/30/04) - The HSARPA FY-05.1 SBIR solicitation
originally scheduled for release on November 14, 2004 has been delayed. The SBIR Gateway has learned that the HSARPA solicitation
should be released "soon" but the actual release date is unknown. However, when HSARPA releases its FY-05.1 SBIR, the opening
and closing dates will also be changed to compensate for the delayed release date.
NEW HSARPA Policy: Starting with the HSARPA FY-05.1 pre-release, you will be able to contact the topic author point of
contact (TPOC) during the pre-release phase (until the official solicitation opening date). This procedure is similar to the
model used by the DoD.
It is not an uncommon occurrence in the SBIR arena that an agency incurs a delay in their anticipated release date. Although
they do make strong efforts to stay on schedule, most agencies SBIR/STTR dates are subject to change and many announce their
release date as "on or about" mm/dd/yy.
VC & Biotech Lobbyists Push for SBIR Eligibility Rule Change (11/15/04) -
The VC/BIO lobbyists hope to get legislation passed quickly and quietly during the Congressional "Lame Duck" session scheduled
to convene on Tuesday, November 16, 2004. It is anticipated that VC/BIO may try to get the language of these bills included
in the SBA reauthorization bill which has yet to be passed. The SBA is currently running on a continuing resolution (CR).
By acting in this last minute "quiet" manner, the VC/BIO special interest groups hope to avoid hearings, studies, and public
comments, all of which could threaten their special interests. The lobbyists know that there is opposition to their special
interests, especially from the smaller and rural states that feel their small businesses could not compete a large entity
masquerading as a small business vying for SBIR dollars. [More...]
NIST Releases SBIR FY2005 Solicitation (11/05/04) - The Department of Commerce
(DOC) National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)has issued their FY-2005 SBIR Solicitation. The solicitation opened
on November 5, 2004 and will close January 28, 2005.
NIST has 14 topic areas that comprise 35 technical subtopics for their FY-2005 solicitation. The Topics areas are:
- 9.01 Advanced Biological and Chemical Sensing Technologies
- 9.02 Analytical Methods
- 9.03 Healthcare and Medical Physics
- 9.04 Homeland Security
- 9.05 Information Technology
- 9.06 Intelligent Control
- 9.07 Manufacturing System Integration
- 9.08 Microelectronics Manufacturing
- 9.09 Microfabrication and Micromachining
- 9.10 Microwave Technology
- 9.11 Nanofabrication
- 9.12 Optics and Optical Technology
- 9.13 Technologies to Enhance Fire Safety
- 9.14 X-ray System Technologies
Subtopics include:
- High Efficiency Low Dark Count Ingaas Detector For IR Photon Counting Development Of Meso Scale Machine Tools
- Instrument For Characterization Of Environmental Soot
- Applying AI Tools And Techniques To The Real-Time Control Of Intelligent Systems
- Imaging Variable Kinetic Energy (0.1 To 8 Kev) Electron Analyzer
- Ontological Engineering Applied To Manufacturing System Integration Research
- Sampling Broadband Radio-Frequency Signals For Precision Nonlinear Network Analysis
- Development, Manufacture, And Commercialization Of Traceable 400 Ghz On-Wafer Sources
- Development, Manufacture, And Commercialization Of 110 Ghz Traceable Electrical Phase Standards
- High Acceptance Area X-Ray Detector For Analytical Electron Microscopy
- Analytical Method For Quantifying The Water Vapor Transmission Rate Of Woven Fabrics
- Cross-Layer Design For Mobile Ad Hoc Networks
- Instrumentation For Integrated Nanofabrication And Optical/Electronic Characterization
- Development Of A High Throughput Foam Fabrication Device
- Adiabatic Demagnetization Refrigerator Precision Controller For X-Ray Microanalysis
- An Optical Coherence/Multi-Photon Fluorescence Microscope For Imaging Of Tissue Engineered Medical Products (Temps)
- Multi-User Collaborative Tools For Immersive Scientific Visualization
- Wireless Smart Sensor Network With Localization Capability
- Product Model-Based Simulation For Manufacturing
- Step Ap210-Based Stackup Design & Warpage Analysis Tool For Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing
- Development Of Field Detectors For Radiological Measurements
- Mixing/Dispensing System For Combinatorial Polymer Formulations Libraries
- High-Resolution, Two-Dimensional Electronic Neutron Detectors For Imaging
- Improved Fabrication Of Silicon Single-Electron Transistors
- Distributed Multi-Nodal Voice/Data Communication For Fire Fighters
- Enhanced Fire Fighter Visibility
- Autocollimator Instrument For High Precision Micro Mechanism Devices
- Removing Superfluous Functions From Cots Executables
- Integrated Process Modeling
- Multi-Element Forward Scatter Detector For An Fe-SEM/EBSD System
- Manufacturing Data Exchange Standards Interoperability Testing Tools
- Femtosecond Optical Frequency Synthesizer Based On Yb-Doped Fiber Laser For Precision Measurements
- Very High Accuracy Probe For Micrometer Scale Structures
- Multiaxial Extensometry For Sheet Metal Forming Control
- Sensor Infrastructure For Multi Modal Interfaces And Smart Spaces
- New Process And Apparatus Development For Manufacturing Novel Semiconductor Nano-Whiskers.
The NIST FY-2005 SBIR solicitation is posted on their web site at http://patapsco.nist.gov/ts_sbir/. The Solicitation Topics will be included in the Zyn SBIR Gateway Search Engine by COB Wednesday, November 10, 2004.
DoD Releases SBIR FY2005.1 Solicitation (11/01/04) - The DoD has released its
FY-2005.1 SBIR solicitation scheduled to open (start accepting proposals) on December 15, 2004 and closing on January 14,
2005 (at 6:00am EST). Participating DoD Agency Components for this solicitation are the Air Force, Navy, CBD, DTRA, NGA and
SOCOM.
The complete solicitation material is available from the DoD SBIR web site at: www.acq.osd.mil/sadbu/sbir/solicitations/sbir051/. The DoD topics will also be available on the SBIR Gateway Search Engine by Friday, November 5, 2004.
NOTE: In the past we have cautioned our readers that the DoD can and does make changes in the solicitation during the release
period until the solicitation officially opens (FY2005.1 Opens December 15, 2004). The DoD now has a web page that features
changes to their solicitation. We recommend that interested parties frequently check this page located at: www.dodsbir.net/solicitation/sbir051/modlist.htm.
DOC NIST Releases SBIR Presolicitation Announcement (10/22/04) - The Department
of Commerce (DOC) National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)has issued a presolicitation announcement for their
FY-2005 SBIR offering. The solicitation will be issued on or about November 3, 2004 and will close January 28, 2005.
NIST proposes 35 technical topics for their FY-2005 solicitation. They are:
- High Efficiency Low Dark Count Ingaas Detector For IR Photon Counting Development Of Meso Scale Machine Tools
- Instrument For Characterization Of Environmental Soot
- Applying AI Tools And Techniques To The Real-Time Control Of Intelligent Systems
- Imaging Variable Kinetic Energy (0.1 To 8 Kev) Electron Analyzer
- Ontological Engineering Applied To Manufacturing System Integration Research
- Sampling Broadband Radio-Frequency Signals For Precision Nonlinear Network Analysis
- Development, Manufacture, And Commercialization Of Traceable 400 Ghz On-Wafer Sources
- Development, Manufacture, And Commercialization Of 110 Ghz Traceable Electrical Phase Standards
- High Acceptance Area X-Ray Detector For Analytical Electron Microscopy
- Analytical Method For Quantifying The Water Vapor Transmission Rate Of Woven Fabrics
- Cross-Layer Design For Mobile Ad Hoc Networks
- Instrumentation For Integrated Nanofabrication And Optical/Electronic Characterization
- Development Of A High Throughput Foam Fabrication Device
- Adiabatic Demagnetization Refrigerator Precision Controller For X-Ray Microanalysis
- An Optical Coherence/Multi-Photon Fluorescence Microscope For Imaging Of Tissue Engineered Medical Products (Temps)
- Multi-User Collaborative Tools For Immersive Scientific Visualization
- Wireless Smart Sensor Network With Localization Capability
- Product Model-Based Simulation For Manufacturing
- Step Ap210-Based Stackup Design & Warpage Analysis Tool For Printed Circuit Board Manufacturing
- Development Of Field Detectors For Radiological Measurements
- Mixing/Dispensing System For Combinatorial Polymer Formulations Libraries
- High-Resolution, Two-Dimensional Electronic Neutron Detectors For Imaging
- Improved Fabrication Of Silicon Single-Electron Transistors
- Distributed Multi-Nodal Voice/Data Communication For Fire Fighters
- Enhanced Fire Fighter Visibility
- Autocollimator Instrument For High Precision Micro Mechanism Devices
- Removing Superfluous Functions From Cots Executables
- Integrated Process Modeling
- Multi-Element Forward Scatter Detector For An Fe-SEM/EBSD System
- Manufacturing Data Exchange Standards Interoperability Testing Tools
- Femtosecond Optical Frequency Synthesizer Based On Yb-Doped Fiber Laser For Precision Measurements
- Very High Accuracy Probe For Micrometer Scale Structures
- Multiaxial Extensometry For Sheet Metal Forming Control
- Sensor Infrastructure For Multi Modal Interfaces And Smart Spaces
- New Process And Apparatus Development For Manufacturing Novel Semiconductor Nano-Whiskers.
The NIST FY-2005 SBIR solicitation will be posted on their web site at http://patapsco.nist.gov/ts_sbir/ and the topic material will be included in the SBIR Gateway Search Engine shortly after the official release. The presolicitation
notice can be found on FedBizOpps at www1.eps.gov/spg/DOC/NIST/AcAsD/NIST%2D05%2DSBIR/SynopsisP.html
DOC NOAA Opens FY-05 SBIR (10/20/04) - The Department of Commerce (DOC) National
Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has opened its NOAA 2005-1 SBIR Solicitation. The opening date is October 20,
2004 and the closing date is January 19, 2005. This year in accordance with E.O. 13329, the NOAA SBIR program will give a
high priority, where feasible, to proposals that are directed toward innovations that will aid the manufacturing sector of
the Nation’s economy.
NOAA's solicitation is divided into 4 main topic areas with a total of 44 subtopics. They are:
| 8.1 Ecosystems - (15 subtopics) |
| 8.2 Climate - (7 subtopics) |
| 8.3 Weather and Water (17 subtopics) |
| 8.4 Commerce and Transportation (5 suptopics) |
NOAA anticipates making about 20 Phase I firm fixed-price contracts of no more than $75,000 each (except for subtopics
with the suffix “SG”, which are limited to $50,000).
The NOAA topics are included in the SBIR Gateway Search Engine at www.zyn.com/sbir/sbres/sbcss.htm The complete NOAA SBIR solicitation and all forms are available directly from the NOAA SBIR site at www.oar.noaa.gov/ORTA/SBIR
SBA Announces FAST/ROP Winners (10/05/04) - The SBA has announced the 21 winners
of the Federal & State Technology Partnership (FAST) Awards and the 5 winners of the Rural Outreach Program (ROP) Awards.
The FAST and ROP are awards given to states to assist them with funding for increasing the competitiveness of small businesses
participating in the SBIR and STTR programs. States compete for matching funds from the SBA that will be used for outreach
and training for small businesses wishing to compete in the various SBIR and STTR programs.
This years winners can be found at www.zyn.com/sbir/fast04a.htm
NOAA SBIR Presolicitation Announcement (10/05/04) - Beginning October 20, 2004,
proposals are sought from small business firms for participation in the FY 2005 NOAA SBIR Program. The purpose of the Phase
1 of the program is to conduct feasibility research and development (R&D) to determine the scientific or technical merit/feasibility
of concepts/ideas as a prerequisite for further NOAA support under Phase 2. Individuals receiving awards under Phase 1 will
be eligible to compete for Phase 2 contracts. The following are NOAA research topics available for Phase 1: Ecosystems, Climate,
Weather and Water, and Commerce and Transportation. To obtain the solicitation online, the URL is: www.ofa.noaa.gov/~amd/. General SBIR related inquiries may be directed to the NOAA SBIR Program Manager, Dr. Joseph M. Bishop, at 301-713-3565,
e-mail: joseph.bishop@noaa.gov.
NIH PA Encourages Mfg-Related Topics (10/05/04) - In its commitment to support
President Bush's Executive Order 13329 (PDF) which encourages innovation in manufacturing-related research and development, NIH has released Program Announcement
PA-04-161 that focuses on our SBIR/STTR program to encourage biomedical research related to advanced processing, manufacturing processes,
equipment and systems; or manufacturing workforce skills and protection. Small businesses may also be interested in reading
a U.S. Department of Commerce 2004 report, "Manufacturing in America: A Comprehensive Strategy to Address the Challenges to U.S. Manufacturers (PDF)."
DOE Opens FY 2005 SBIR/STTR Solicitation (09/28/04) - The Department of Energy
has opened their FY 2005 SBIR/STTR solicitation which opened on September 28,2004 and closes December 13, 2004. The DOE cautions
prospective offerors that you MUST have a Dunn and Bradstreet Data Universal Number (DUNS)before submitting your proposal.
A DUNS number is free by calling 1-866-705-5711. Obtaining a DUNS may be time consuming, therefore, DO NOT DELAY.
The solicitation and the topics are available from the DOE SBIR site at www.science.doe.gov/sbir/.
Congress May Change SBIR Law Without Hearings or Public Comments (09/20/04) -
In the 11th hour of this Congressional session, lobbyists of influential and well-funded organizations such as the Biotechnology
Industry Organization (BIO), and the National Venture Capital Association (NVCA), have been quietly working the halls of Congress
in order to try and get their special interest legislation passed that will change the SBIR eligibility rules. They seek to
allow large scale venture capital operating companies and/or pension plans, which would include Fortune 500 owned organizations,
to own and control small businesses competing for SBIR funding. [More...]
DoD Opens FY2004.4 SBIR - Changes to MDA Solicitation (09/16/04) - The DoD SBIR
2004.4 solicitation is open for proposal submission from September 15 through 6 a.m.(est) October 15, 2004. Two DoD components
-- the Department of the Navy and the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) -- have R&D topics in this solicitation under which
Phase I proposals are sought.
The Solicitation, which contains detailed information on the parameters of the SBIR program and how to submit a proposal,
and Topics are available at www.dodsbir.net/solicitation. You may also search the topics by using the Zyn SBIR Gateway Search Engine or by going to the DoD's Topic Search at www.dodsbir.com/Topics.
Please note : There have been two revisions to the MDA 04.4 SBIR Solicitation Instructions:
1. MDA will now allow a $50,000 option for a period of 6 months on Phase I proposals. The total value of a Phase I proposal
with option can not exceed $150,000.
2. MDA will continue its Fast Track program.
Please review the MDA Instructions at the beginning of the MDA Topics file at www.dodsbir.net/solicitation before proposal submission.
NIH 2005 Contracts SBIR Adds 6 Topics: (08/31/04) - The CDC's National
Center for HIV, STD and TB Prevention (NCHSTP) has added 6 topics to the PHS/NIH 2005 SBIR Contracts Solicitation.
The added topics are:
- 022 Technology To Develop Handheld Amplification Test For Sexually Transmitted Infections
- 023 Technology To Develop An Ambient Temperature Specimen Transport System
- 024 System To Concentrate And Purify Nucleic Acids From Whole Blood
- 019 Development Of Novel Genotyping Procedures For Mycobacterium Tuberculosis
- 020 New Laboratory Tests for Tuberculosis and Detection of Drug Resistance
- 025 A Delivery System for Patient-Delivered Partner Treatment for Sexually Transmitted Disease Control
The solicitation closes on November 5, 2004. Complete information on the solicitation is available from the NIH SBIR web
site at: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/funding/sbir.htm. The modification (04) topics are now included in the NIH solicitation at: http://grants.nih.gov/grants/funding/sbir.htm#contracts
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