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AFWERX Open Topic SBIR/STTR

AFWERX Open Topic SBIR/STTR

Offers AFWERX open topic support for United States small businesses with dual use ideas through an always open route.

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The AFWERX Open Topic SBIR/STTR program is a rolling, out-of-cycle solicitation through which U.S. small businesses propose their own dual-use technology solutions without being constrained to a government-pre-defined problem set. AFWERX describes the Open Topic as 'the front door to working with the Department of the Air Force,' allowing companies to define how their commercial technology can ben…

What this grant funds

Open-ended dual-use technology proposals — companies define their own topic aligned with Air Force/Space Force interests.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Rolling
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.Rolling
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.3–21 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Procurement contract
Match fundingiThe share of project costs you must cover yourself. 0% = fully funded.0%
Funding pooliThe total budget available across all awards in this round.—
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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: afwerx.com