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National Aeronautics and Space Administration Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase I Fiscal Year 2025Solicitation

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The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is issuing a forecast for the Fiscal Year 2025 Small Business Innovation Research Phase I solicitation. This initiative is part of a broader federal effort managed by the Small Business Administration to foster scientific excellence and technological innovation through the investment of research funds. The program is specifically designated as a total small business set-aside under FAR 19.5, targeting entities that fall under NAICS code 541715. The program operates under the extended authority of the SBIR and STTR Extension Act of 2022, which ensures the continuation of these innovation programs through September 30, 2025. Previous funding cycles demonstrate significant investment in this area, with Phase I awards totaling millions of dollars across numerous projects. Interested parties can coordinate with the NASA Shared Services Center, specifically through the designated point of contact or the small business specialist.

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NASA FY2025 SBIR Phase I solicitation for small business scientific and technological innovation.

Agency

National Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Shared Services Center

NAICS

541715 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

Place of Performance

Nationwide US, USA

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SBA

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AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Shared Services Center

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Organization / AgencyNational Aeronautics And Space Administration → NASA Shared Services Center

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Miller Troy E

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The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides policy through the combined Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. The SBIR and STTR Extension Act of 2022 amended the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 638) to extend the SBIR and STTR programs until September 30, 2025. Congress created the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program to support scientific excellence and technological innovation through the investment of federal research funds. SBIR PhI: 248 awards/$37.2M STTR PhI: 51 awards/$7.65M

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