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NOAA SBIR Phase I

NOAA SBIR Phase I (Scheduled)

Supports United States small businesses testing NOAA-focused science and technology concepts through early-stage small-business innovation projects.

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The NOAA SBIR Phase I program, administered by NOAA's Technology Partnerships Office, funds proof-of-concept R&D by U.S. small businesses in areas aligned with NOAA's six science and technology priorities: citizen science, data and cloud computing, uncrewed systems, artificial intelligence, 'omics, and related emerging technologies. Phase I awards provide up to $190,000 for up to six months of wor…

Funds proof-of-concept R&D by U.S. small businesses in NOAA's six science and technology priority areas: citizen science, data, cloud computing, uncrewed systems, artificial intelligence, and 'omics.

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.—
Project durationiHow long the funded work is expected to run.6 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.—

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Last verified: 24 Jul 2026Source: techpartnerships.noaa.gov