Arkansas tech companies in targeted sectors that have won a federal SBIR award can get a discretionary state match of up to 50% of the award (max $50,000 Phase I, $100,000 Phase II), paid as reimbursement. No application window is published; contact AEDC Science & Technology.
Discretionary state matching grants for Arkansas technology businesses that have already won a federal SBIR award: up to 50% of the federal Phase I or Phase II award, not to exceed $50,000 for Phase I and $100,000 for Phase II. Funds are paid on a reimbursable basis when invoices and financial reports are submitted to the Division. AEDC's pages do not publish an application form, window or deadline.
Must have been awarded a federal SBIR award
Company must be principally involved in one or more targeted business activities: advanced materials and manufacturing systems; agriculture, food, and environmental sciences; biotechnology, bioengineering, and life sciences; information technology; transportation logistics; or bio-based products
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