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U.S. DOT Small Business Innovation Research Program

Funds U.S. small businesses developing transportation R&D innovations for DOT mission needs.

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The U.S. Department of Transportation administers the Small Business Innovation Research program through the Volpe National Transportation Systems Center. The program solicits small businesses for transportation R&D proposals that address high-priority Department requirements and have commercialization potential.

Industries covered
AICybersecurityHardwareIoT & EdgeRoboticsMobility
Grants under U.S. DOT Small Business Innovation Research Program

Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.

U.S. DOT SBIR Phase I
Open

Funds U.S. small businesses testing the feasibility of transportation R&D innovations for DOT mission needs.

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U.S. DOT SBIR Phase II
Closed

Funds prior DOT Phase I awardees to continue transportation R&D and commercialization work through Phase II.

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Last verified: 24 Jun 2026Source: www.volpe.dot.gov