SpaceWERX STRATFI (Strategic Funding Increase)
Funds U.S. small businesses scaling strategic space technologies through SBIR/STTR matching contracts with government and private co-investment.
SpaceWERX STRATFI (Strategic Funding Increase) is a supplemental funding program run by SpaceWERX — the innovation arm of the U.S. Space Force — under the DoD SBIR/STTR supplemental funding pilot authority. STRATFI bridges the gap between SBIR/STTR Phase II and Phase III, giving Phase II awardees additional SBIR/STTR funds matched by government and/or private co-investment. The program awarded $72…
All space technology areas relevant to the U.S. Space Force, including satellite systems, space situational awareness, on-orbit servicing, space launch, propulsion, communications, cyber, positioning/navigation/timing, and dual-use deep technology.
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