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ED/IES SBIR Phase I

ED/IES SBIR Phase IA — Novel Ed Tech

Funds United States education innovators to build first prototypes of new research-based learning technologies.

ClosedUS Department of Education — Institute of Education SciencesUnited States
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The ED/IES SBIR Phase IA FY2026 program funds proof-of-concept prototyping for brand-new educational technologies. Administered by the Institute of Education Sciences within the U.S. Department of Education, the program has awarded 258 Phase I contracts since 2002 under an annual budget of approximately $13 million. Phase IA specifically targets novel technology with no prior development: eligible…

What this grant funds

Novel education technology for students, educators, or administrators; special education technology for individuals with disabilities or at-risk populations. No prior development on the proposed technology permitted.

Key facts
CycleiHow often this grant runs — e.g. annually, on a rolling basis, or a one-off call.Annual
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.9 months
Award typeiThe form of funding — grant, equity, loan, tax credit, etc.Grant
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.$13M
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Last verified: 22 Jul 2026Source: ies.ed.gov