What You Need To Know: NIST SBIR

Prepare for an insightful presentation from the National Institute of Standards and Technology(NIST)! Get a high-level overview regarding what you need to know about the NIST SBIR program and the critical steps for a successful application.

The first half of the presentation will delve into the similarities and differences between NIST and other SBIR programs, shedding light on NIST’s unique approach. NIST will also explore the market focus of the SBIR program versus the mission focus of different agencies, and discuss the funding allocation and its impact on the number of awardees and success rate of the applications.

In the second half of the presentation, NIST will focus on the critical steps for a successful application, highlighting evaluation criteria and areas that first-time applicants tend to overlook. We’ll also cover the required documentation that some applicants miss, resulting in non-reviewed proposals. Don’t miss out on this valuable information gained from NIST’s 30+ debriefings with non-successful applicants, especially first-timers.