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SBIR/STTR Assistance Micro-grant (Phase 0)

Wisconsin Center for Technology Commercialization (Universities of Wisconsin)No deadline listedUp to $5,000

Summary

Wisconsin tech and research-based businesses planning an SBIR/STTR Phase I proposal can be reimbursed up to $5,000 for an approved proposal-writing consultant; contact CTC to start.

About this grant

Reimburses Wisconsin technology and research-based businesses that intend to apply for SBIR/STTR funding up to $5,000 for hiring an independent, approved third party to help develop a federal Phase I proposal. SAM registration and the SBIR submission must have a Wisconsin address. The page does not state deadlines or an application window; businesses start by contacting a CTC consultant.

Who can apply

  • Small businesses
  • For-profit companies

Technology and research-based Wisconsin businesses who intend to apply for SBIR/STTR federal funds

SAM registration and SBIR submission must have a WI address

Must use an approved third-party service provider

Topics and uses of funds

Topics

  • Technology
  • R&D

Money can be used for

  • Proposal preparation
  • Consulting

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