SBIR / STTR

Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) are programs designed to fund and assist early-stage research and development (R&D) performed by small companies. Federal agencies with extramural research and development budgets set aside funds for prime contract awards to small businesses with the goal of stimulating technological innovation and developing products with commercial value. In fact, each year, eleven government agencies distribute over $2.2 billion to small businesses through SBIR and STTR programs.

The Small Business Office at MIT Lincoln Laboratory helps to facilitate engagement in SBIR and STTR programs by promoting relevant government requests for proposals (RFPs) that Laboratory personnel have identified as opportunities of interest. Small businesses are encouraged to view these opportunities and consider engaging in the partnering and proposal processes. Please note that we may partner with small businesses if the SBIR or STTR announcement aligns with the strategic goals of the Laboratory. Lincoln Laboratory is selective in this process and carefully reviews each opportunity before committing to potential partnerships.