U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program
ID: DHSSBIRFY25PREType: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

HOMELAND SECURITY, DEPARTMENT OFOFFICE OF PROCUREMENT OPERATIONSSCI TECH ACQ DIVWASHINGTON, DC, 20528, USA

NAICS

Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) (541715)

PSC

GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY R&D SERVICES; GENERAL SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY; BASIC RESEARCH (AJ11)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/7845263748a6477ab450dbcbc4bea872/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is initiating a pre-solicitation for its Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program, inviting small business concerns (SBCs) to prepare for the forthcoming 25.1 DHS SBIR Solicitation. This program aims to stimulate technological innovation, enhance the role of SBCs in federal research, and promote participation from socially and economically disadvantaged businesses, ultimately focusing on the commercialization of federally developed innovations. The SBIR Program is structured in three phases, with evaluations based on technical merit, personnel qualifications, potential for commercialization, and cost, while adhering to specific eligibility criteria and registration processes. Interested parties can reach out to Aleyson Bickley at aleyson.bickley@hq.dhs.gov or call 202-964-6549 for further information.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Aleyson Bickley
    (202) 964-6549
    aleyson.bickley@hq.dhs.gov
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    FY 25.1 SBIR Pre-Solicitation - Final.pdf
    The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is issuing a pre-solicitation for the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program, encouraging small business concerns (SBCs) to prepare for the upcoming 25.1 DHS SBIR Solicitation. The program aims to stimulate technological innovation, strengthen the role of SBCs in federal research, foster participation from socially and economically disadvantaged businesses, and enhance commercialization of federally developed innovations. The SBIR Program is structured in three phases: Phase I focuses on establishing feasibility for a specific R&D effort, Phase II continues development of successful Phase I projects, and Phase III seeks commercialization with non-SBIR funding sources. Key eligibility criteria include requirement for the principal investigator to be primarily employed by the Offeror and adherence to registration processes with federal databases. Proposals will be evaluated based on technical merit, qualification of personnel, potential for commercialization, and cost. Interested SBCs are informed that additional requirements such as data collection, cybersecurity, and disclosures of foreign affiliations will be enforced. The proposal submission process includes detailed instructions on technical and cost proposal preparation, with strict page limits. Overall, this initiative underscores DHS's commitment to innovation and partnership with the small business sector to enhance national security capabilities.
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