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DOD SBIR/STTR Topics
Pre-Release

The Department of Defense (DoD) has pre-released it's SBIR 19.1 and the STTR 19.A Broad Agency Announcements. 
To help with searching the topics, refer to BBCetc's quick-reference summary listed by participating component. View At-A-Glance Topic Summary
For a full summary of the new DOD pre-release, changes and importants dates - read more here. Summary compliments of BBCetc.

DOE SBIR/STTR FOA Delayed

The DOE SBIR/STTR Phase I Release FOA, which was originally scheduled to be issued Nov 26, 2018, is delayed pending completion of the internal DOE admin review process. Follow CTC on social media to get this SBIR insider info as soon as it's announced.  Twitter. LinkedIN.

NIH Entrepreneurial
Finance Course for
Biomedical Innovators

For biomedical innovators considering funding through the NIH SBIR/STTR programs (https://sbir.nih.gov), it is imperative to evaluate the use of federal grant funding within the context of a broader financial plan. The primary learning objectives for the course are as follows:

  • Understand the importance of financial planning for your small business
  • Gain perspective on SBIR/STTR funding within the broader context of your financial plan
  • Learn practical approaches to developing a long-term financial plan
  • Evaluate the various sources of funding
  • Examine the use of comparables in validating your financial plan
Learn more about this self-directed course here.
 

The mission of the Governor’s Business Plan Contest is to encourage entrepreneurs in the startup stage of tech-enabled businesses in Wisconsin. The contest links up-and-coming entrepreneurs with a statewide network of community resources, expert advice, high-quality education, management talent and possible sources of capital,
Submit your idea by January 31, 2019. 
Contact CTC for help with your pitch!

NIH SBIR Presubmission
Panel Review

Planning on submitting an SBIR proposal for the January 5th NIH deadline? Let us review it first. Our multidisciplinary panels mimic the federal agency’s review process and taps reviewers with experience in SBIR/STTR funding, technology commercialization and/or technical expertise.
Our goal is to provide you with actionable recommendations regarding your draft ahead of your SBIR/STTR submission deadline.

Register today!

Have Questions about SBIR Advance's NEW Eligibility Requirements? Contact us...

The SBIR Advance program provides state matching funds, training and other resources to Wisconsin businesses to advance the commercialization of SBIR/STTR-funded technology.  SBIR Advance grants are used for commercialization activities that will accelerate business development and improve company opportunities for Phase 2 and Phase 3 federal awards and for investor funding.

Eligibility requirements have changed!  If you haven't been eligible before, check again.

Phase 1 award match: Matches up to $75K or 50% of Phase 1 SBIR or STTR award.
Phase 2 award match:  Matches up to $100K per year for up to 2 years of Phase 2 SBIR/STTR award.

Letter of Intent Due January 3rd
Full Application Due January 17th

Contact CTC with eligibility questions

In case you missed it...

Supplemental NIH Funding Opps
Resubmitting an SBIR?  Read this first!
Perfecting Your Pitch to Program Managers
Why you should consider USDA in your SBIR Pursuits
SBIR Proposals that Stand Out in the Crowd: 7 Golden Rules
Finding the Appropriate SBIR/STTR Agency and Topic
Preparing an Easy to Read Proposal
Sell Your Team Through Your Biosketch
Budgeting Time and Salaries on Your SBIR Grant 
Drafting and Reviewing Your SBIR Proposal
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Solicitation and Review Deadlines
December 10, 2018
NIH Presubmission Panel Review Deadline
Center for Technology Commercialization

December 19, 2018
NIH I-Corps Deadline
National Institute of Health

January 5, 2019
NIH SBIR/STTR Deadline
National Institute of Health

February 4, 2019
DOE SBIR/STTR Deadline
Department of Energy

January 31, 2019
WI Governor's Business Plan Contest
Wisconsin Tech Council

February 6, 2019
DOD SBIR/STTR Deadline
Department of Defense

Did you know?
NIH SBIR/STTR program has a new application guide.  If you have any questions about the application process, reach out to CTC.
 
Could you use some help writing a SBIR/STTR proposal or commercialization plan?   Apply for a
CTC Micro-grant to put towards hiring a service provider to help you with the process!
Let us be your assistant! 
CTC is piloting a program aimed at building custom reminders alerting YOU of timelines for funding opportunities (SBIR and other), available programs to push your business forward, post Phase II resources and the dates CTC program solicitations open.
Learn more here.
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