The Department of Defense just posted 17 new topics in Pre-Release under the 25.4 SBIR/STTR solicitation, including 3 Navy Open Topics in these verticals:
Only previous SBIR/STTR Phase I award recipients are eligible to apply for Phase II support through this RFA. NIFA is also accepting resubmissions this year from all Phase I awardees who were not successful in their first attempt at a Phase II application.
Potential applicants are encouraged to attend our "From the Sources Mouth" with USDA event on Aug. 14th at 11 a.m. ET. Featuring, USDA program specialist, Tammi Neville. Register here
NIH No Cost Extension (NCE) update - NIH JIT reminders
Earlier this year NIH changed their policy that required the first No Cost Extension (NCE) to be requested through the Prior Approval Module in the eRA Commons. This process required submission of documents that were reviewed internally. On August 7, 2025, NIH released a notice reverting back to using the No Cost Extension link in the eRA Commons. Per the notice, requests that were previously submitted via the prior approval module will not be reviewed, and recipients will need to initiate the first no cost extension within the Status module by using the Extension action. Here is the link to the notice: NOT-OD-25-142.
Just in Time activity from NIH picks up this time of year before the end of the federal government's fiscal year. Companies that receive JIT requests usually only have a few days to a week to respond. Are you prepared?Read herefor more details.
From the Sources Mouth with USDA
Don’t miss your chance to hear directly from United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) program specialist, Tammi Neville!
Join this 1-hour overview of the USDA SBIR program and learn, from the source, what’s needed to submit a successful proposal to USDA.
The WMed Innovation Center in Kalamazoo has 9,000 s.f. of recently renovated lab space to lease. Join a thriving life science and technology community, offering flexible leasing options for growing startups, scaling businesses, and innovative research teams.Learn more
Calling all Detroit-area Founders!
One of the most widely viewed startup pitch shows, is filming in Detroit on September 26. Meet the Drapers is coming to Detroit. Startups will pitch live to Tim Draper for a chance at up to $1 million in funding. The show airs globally and reaches more than 30 million people.
They’re looking for early-stage startups across all sectors, from Pre-Seed to Series A.
Unlock lucrative opportunities by partnering with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). The U.S. Government, the world's largest buyer, offers unparalleled business opportunities. Join Defense Logistics Agency Manufacturing Summit with Michigan Alliance of APEX Accelerators on September 23 & 24, to connect with DLA subordinate commands who will be actively seeking to connect with manufacturers and explore potential partnerships. Learn more.
Upcoming/Open Solicitations
NIH SBIR/STTR Omnibus
Expiration of solicitation extended to Sep. 6, 2025
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