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Aquaculture

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BT2SBIR / STTR

Response Deadline07/07/2027, 04:00:00 AM UTC

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Program Solicitation NSF 26-510, issued by the National Science Foundation Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships on May 22, 2026, seeks proposals for the Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer Phase I, Phase II, and Fast-Track programs. The initiative focuses on funding high-risk, high-impact research and development for startups and small businesses to create deep technologies that advance U.S. competitiveness and security. This solicitation replaces previous versions NSF 24-579, 24-580, and 24-582, with multiple proposal deadlines occurring between July 2026 and July 2027. Funding levels vary by program track, with Phase I awards up to 305,000 dollars for projects lasting 6 to 18 months, and Phase II awards up to 1,250,000 dollars for projects typically running 24 months. Fast-Track proposals may receive up to 1,555,555 dollars, combining a 6 to 12 month Phase I component with an 18 to 24 month Phase II component. Additionally, active Phase II awardees may apply for Phase IIB supplements between 50,000 and 500,000 dollars or Technology Enhancement for Commercial Partnerships supplements up to 20 percent of their Phase II award. High-impact Strategic Breakthrough proposals may be submitted for amounts up to 30,000,000 dollars. Proposals must be submitted via Research.gov and are limited to one per organization and one per Principal Investigator or co-PI. For SBIR tracks, co-PIs are not permitted. Phase I and Fast-Track applicants must first submit a Project Pitch and receive an official invitation to apply, while Phase II is restricted to previous Phase I awardees. The Principal Investigator must be at least 51 percent employed by the small business and possess the legal right to work in the United States. Awards are based on a merit review evaluating intellectual merit, broader impacts, and commercial potential, following an initial compliance check. All submissions must comply with the Proposal and Award Policies and Procedures Guide and relevant research security policies.

General Info

NSF funding for small business deep tech R&D via SBIR and STTR programs.

Agency

National Science Foundation

NAICS

112519 - Other Aquaculture

Place of Performance

Not specified

Set-Aside

SBA

Documents

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NSF 26-510 Program Solicitation: SBIR/STTR Deep Technologies

12 pages · rfp

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

12 pages · rfp

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

12 pages · rfp

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

12 pages · rfp

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510: SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, and Fast-Track Programs

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NSF 26-510 SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, Fast-Track Programs Solicitation

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NSF 26-510 SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, Fast-Track Programs Solicitation

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NSF 26-510 SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, Fast-Track Programs Solicitation

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NSF 26-510 SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, Fast-Track Solicitation

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NSF 26-510 SBIR/STTR Phase I, II, Fast-Track Solicitation

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NSF 26-510 SBIR/STTR Program Solicitation

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NSF 26-510 SBIR/STTR Program Solicitation

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NSF 26-510 SBIR/STTR Program Solicitation

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PhaseSolicitation

PostedMay 22

Solicitation

Notice updatedMay 22

Notice details unchanged. Attachments may have changed.

Response DeadlineJul 7

Submission deadline

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07/07/2027, 04:00:00 AM UTCin 9 months

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AgencyNational Science Foundation

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Office AddressUSA

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