SBIR/STTR Phase I
Phase I is the jumping off point for most small businesses and research institutions working with the program. It is known as the “idea generation” phase, during which small businesses (and their research institution partners in STTR) establish the scientific, technical, commercial merit and feasibility of the proposed innovation. You can discover the types of technologies NASA is looking for by reading through the most recent Phase I solicitations.
The 2025 SBIR & STTR Phase I solicitations are scheduled to open in January 2025. New this year, we’re scheduled to pre-release the subtopics in early December 2024 and host Subtopic Ask Me Anything sessions the week of December 9. Stay tuned for more information on this page and be sure to sign up for our emails on the Get in Touch page so you never miss an invite!
NASA Investment
Up to $150,000
Available to
Small Businesses
SBIR Period of Performance
6 months
STTR Period of Performance
13 months