The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a solicitation for small businesses to participate in its Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Program. This program aims to fund research and development projects that address environmental challenges. The EPA seeks innovative solutions from eligible small businesses across various sectors to solve pressing environmental issues.
The EPA's FY25 Phase I Solicitation seeks to contract small businesses for research and development services. The primary goal is to develop and demonstrate innovative technologies, processes, or products that can have a significant environmental impact. The focus is on projects with high potential for success and environmental applicability.
Awardees will undertake research and development tasks, aiming to create a working prototype, process, or proof of concept. The EPA seeks tangible deliverables and a final project report summarizing the findings and their potential environmental applications.
Eligible applicants are domestic small businesses that meet the Small Business Administration's (SBA) size standards and qualifications. Businesses must be for-profit, independently owned, and operated, with less than 500 employees. Applicants should have expertise in research and development, with a strong track record in their respective fields.
Contract values are estimated to range from $70,000 to $150,000 for a six-month project period. The EPA anticipates awarding multiple contracts, with funding provided through cooperative agreements.
The EPA encourages interested small businesses to submit their applications through the online portal by the specified deadline. Applications should include a detailed project proposal, budgetary information, and relevant company documentation.
The EPA will evaluate applications based on their technical merit, including the quality of the proposed project, its potential environmental impact, and the applicant's qualifications. The review process will also consider the potential for commercial application and the benefit-cost ratio of the proposed project.
For any clarification or questions, interested parties can contact Jenifer McCune at mccune.jenifera@epa.gov or via phone at 513-569-7206.
The EPA encourages applicants to reach out with inquiries prior to submitting their proposals.