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Army SBIR/STTR

Army SBIR Phase I

Funds United States Army-focused small businesses demonstrating technology feasibility for soldier and mobility needs.

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Army SBIR Phase I is a feasibility-stage competitive award administered by the U.S. Army under the Department of Defense Small Business Innovation Research program, executed through the Army FUZE portfolio under the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Acquisition, Logistics, and Technology. The program aligns innovative small businesses with critical Army priorities across ground combat systems, s…

Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) and Army Research Laboratory priorities. Ground combat platforms, soldier-worn systems, network and cyber, autonomy, advanced materials, and medical countermeasures.

CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Multiple per year
Next deadlineiThe next date applications are due. Rolling means you can apply any time.—
Decision timeiTypical time from the deadline to the funder's decision.13 weeks
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.6–12 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Cooperative agreement
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.$85M

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: www.defensesbirsttr.mil