Win Your First SBIR/STTR Proposal: The Ultimate Free Guide for Small Businesses

Ready to Win Your First SBIR or STTR Award? Download Our Free Guide.

If you’re a small business owner or startup founder looking to secure non-dilutive government funding, the SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) and STTR (Small Business Technology Transfer) programs are your ticket to growth. But let’s be real—navigating the SBIR/STTR proposal process can be overwhelming, especially if it’s your first time.

That’s why we created the “Win Your First SBIR/STTR For Free” guide—a comprehensive, 28-page eBook packed with actionable strategies, timelines, templates, and hard-won insights to help you craft a successful government R&D contract proposal.


What’s Inside the SBIR/STTR Guide?

Our guide covers everything you need to know to confidently submit a competitive proposal, including:

  • SBIR/STTR Solicitation Schedules: Understand the timelines for agencies like DoD, NASA, NSF, and NIH so you never miss a deadline.

  • Step-by-Step Registration Checklist: Learn exactly which registrations you need (SAM.gov, CAGE code, EIN, etc.) and in what order to get proposal-ready.

  • Decoding BAAs & Government Needs: Tips for reading Broad Agency Announcements and aligning your innovation with agency missions.

  • Crafting a Winning Proposal: Detailed breakdowns of each proposal volume—cover page, technical volume, cost volume, commercialization report, and more.

  • STTR Research Partner Strategies: How to find and approach the right research institutions for your STTR proposal.

  • Bonus Resources: Free tools, newsletters, and YouTube channels to keep you ahead of the curve.


Who Should Use This Guide?

  • Small business owners ready to grow with non-dilutive funding

  • Startup founders new to government contracting

  • Teams preparing their first SBIR or STTR proposal

  • Anyone who wants a clear, proven roadmap for SBIR/STTR success

Does this sound like you and your team? Download the guide here (no email tax required)

FAQ

  • The SBIR and STTR programs provide federal funding for small businesses to conduct R&D and bring innovative products to market—without giving up equity.

  • U.S.-based, for profit, majority US owned, small businesses with fewer than 500 employees and the right registrations in place.

  • It breaks down the entire process, from registration to proposal writing, with expert tips and templates to boost your chances of success.

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