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DE-FOA-0003417.pdf

Posted: Aug. 2, 2024 • Type: .pdf • Size: 0.85MB

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Summary
This funding opportunity announcement (FOA) is issued by the Department of Energy (DOE) for the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs for fiscal year 2025, specifically for Phase I Release 1.

The FOA was issued on August 5, 2024, with a submission deadline for letters of intent set for August 27, 2024, at 5:00 PM Eastern Time, and the application deadline on October 8, 2024, at 11:59 PM Eastern Time. The announcement outlines the objectives of the SBIR/STTR programs, which aim to foster innovation and technology transfer while promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within the research community.

The document details various aspects of the funding opportunity including eligibility criteria for applicants, estimated funding amounts, and award sizes ranging from a minimum of $150,000 to a maximum of $1 million per project. It emphasizes the importance of submitting a Promoting Inclusive and Equitable Research (PIER) plan as part of the application process.

Additionally, it highlights new requirements such as disclosing foreign relationships and updated guidelines for marking proprietary information. Applicants are encouraged to utilize Grants.gov for submission and are advised to register early due to potential delays in processing registrations.

The FOA also includes information on reporting requirements and administrative policies that will be enforced post-award.

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