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NASA SBIR

Funds United States small businesses converting space-relevant research concepts into practical mission applications.

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NASA SBIR is the agency's non-dilutive funding route for U.S. small businesses developing technologies tied to NASA mission needs. It sits under the National Aeronautics and Space Administration and uses the SBIR authority as a commercialization path for companies that can prove technical feasibility and carry work into later development.

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Industries covered
AerospaceAIDefenseEnergy TechHardwareAdvanced MaterialsRoboticsSpace
Grants under NASA SBIR

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

NASA SBIR Phase I (BAA, Appendix A & B)
Closed

Funds exploratory feasibility research for small businesses in aeronautics, space technology, and exploration development.

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Last verified: 1 Jun 2026Source: www.nasa.gov