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Developing the Business of Technology
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DEVELOPING THE BUSINESS OF TECHNOLOGY
Proposal & Budget Prep
June 2017
Presenter:Becky AistrupManaging [email protected] / @BBC_etc
DOD SBIR/STTR
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Outline
Review of Grant vs. Contract Agencies
DoD Program Overview
Contacting the TPOC (Technical Point of Contact)
Preparing the Proposal
Budget Development
DoD Review Process
Grants vs. Contracts….
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Agency Differences -- Grants vs. Contracts
Grants – Investigator Initiated TopicsHHS (95% $$), NSF, USDA, DOE, ED
Some agencies might have topic areas (aka “buckets”)
Open communications
External peer review
Contracts – Agency-specified topicsDoD, NASA, DHS, EPA, DOT, DOC, ED, HHS (5% $$)
Must respond to a topic
Limited time to prepare ( 8-12 weeks)
Limited communications during open solicitation
Internal review
Agency Differences
Receipt dates, number & timing of solicitations
Type of award (grant or contract)
Proposal review process
R&D topic areas
$ of award (both Phase I and II’s)
Proposal success rates
Profit or fee allowed
Gap funding provided (competing continuation grants)
Payment types & schedules
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DoD SBIR BAA** Proposal Prep
7 **Solicitations are now called BAAs by DoD beginning with 2016.3
Registrations Required
Registration Type Agency
NIHDoD
NSF NASA DoE
USDA DoT EPA
DoC DoEd DHS
EIN X X X X X X X X X X XDUNS X X X X X X X X X X XSBIR.gov (company registration)* X X X X X X X X X X XSAM (System of Award Management) X X** X X X X X X X X XGrants.gov X X X XeCommons XFastLane Xsbir.defensebusiness.org XPAMS (DOE Office of Science Portfolio Analysis & Mgmt System) XASAP XFedConnect XEHB (Electronic Handbook) X
*SAM registration is not required to complete SBIR.gov registration**DoD does not require SAM registration until time of award but encourages it before submission
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DoD’s SBIR/STTR focus
Primary focus on the warfighter
Some additional service requirements
Topics across many technologies & products
Topics and rules are Component-Specific
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DoD’s 7 S&T Cross-cutting priorities
Autonomy
Counter Weapons of Mass Destruction
Cyber Science & Technology
Data-to-Decisions
Electronic Warfare and Protection
Human Systems
Engineered Resilient Systems
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DoD Solicitation Topics
Only proposals submitted in response to topics in solicitation accepted!
DoD scientists and engineers author solicitation topics
Awarding Component
Component-specific instructions
Unique topics
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DoD Three-Phase Program
Phase I awardsTotal $100,000 - $150,000
$80-150K Base + (if applicable) $50-70K OptionTotal 6 to 18 months
6-7 mo. Base + (if applicable) 4-6 mo. OptionPhase I Option (not used by all components)
May be exercised to fund interim Phase I activities while a Phase II contract is being negotiatedOnly Phase I efforts selected for Phase II awards are eligible to have the Phase I Option exercisedTechnical proposal, Cost proposal & Timeline must separate the Base and Option periodsIt is VITAL to demonstrate feasibility within the Base period
Each component has unique guidelines and rules
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DoD Three-Phase Program
Phase II awards
Awarded on the basis of
results of Phase I
scientific, technical, and commercial merit of Phase II proposal
Typically $1,000,000
Generally ~ 24 months (subject to negotiation)
Expected to produce well-defined deliverable prototype
No more Direct to Phase II
Each component has unique guidelines and rules
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DoD Three-Phase Program
Phase II continuation funding is to encourage transition of SBIR research into DoD acquisition programs Phase II Enhancement/Phase II Plus
SBIR/STTR matching investment funds the company obtains from non-SBIR/non-STTR sources such as DoDacquisition programs or private sectorCan extend Phase II contract up to 1 yr. and match up to $500K of non-SBIR/non-STTR fundsFastTrack no longer available after 2013.1/2013.A
Sequential Phase IIPhase II contractor may receive up to one additional, sequential Phase II award for continued work on the project, up to $500K
TALK TO YOUR TPOC DURING Phase II
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DoD Three-Phase Program (cont’d)
Commercialization phase
“Derives from, extends or logically concludes efforts performed under” prior SBIR/STTR funding agreements from any agency
Must be funded by sources outside of SBIR/STTR (private sector and/or non-SBIR Government)
Develop prototype into viable product/service for sale in military and/or private sector markets
Within DoD, often initial customer is prime contractor for a major weapon system or program of record”, not DoD directly
Phase III
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13 DoD Components Participate
Air ForceNavyArmyMissile Defense Agency (MDA)DARPADefense Microelectronics Activity (DMEA)Defense Health Program (DHP)Office of the Secretary of Defense (OSD)Chemical & Biological Defense (CBD)Special Operations Command (SOCOM)Defense Threat Reduction Agency (DTRA)Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)National Geospatial Intelligence Agency (NGA)
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DoD SBIR/STTR by Component
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DoD Budgets FY14
SBIR $925 M
STTR $123 M
Total $1,048 M
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DoD SBIR/STTR by the Numbers (2015)
A selection of training videos and related pdf’s are posted on the DoD website. https://sbir.defensebusiness.org/training
FAQs have been updated to include sections for Fraud, Waste and Abuse, Phase II Enhancements, and About the Program of Record Commercialization Reporting System (PCRS). https://sbir.defensebusiness.org/faqs
Note that Direct to Phase II Pilot is discontinued after the 2017.1 solicitation
New additions to DoD SBIR website
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DoD 2017/18 SBIR/STTR Solicitation Schedules*
You may communicate directly with the TPOC (Technical Point of Contact) ONLY between Presolicitation & Solicitation Open dates. After that, questions must be posted to DoD’s SBIR/STTR Interactive Topic Information System (SITIS). sbir.defensebusiness.org/topics
Program--SBIR & STTR
Topics/Presolicitation
Solicitation Open Solicitation Close
2017.3 & 2017.C Aug. 25, 2017 Sept. 26, 2017 Oct. 25, 2017
2018.1 & 2018.A Nov. 29, 2017 Jan. 8, 2018 Feb. 7, 2018
2018.2 & 2018.B Apr. 20, 2018 May 22, 2018 June 20, 2018
2018.3 & 2018.C Aug. 24, 2018 Sept. 24, 2018 Oct. 24, 2018
*Dates subject to change
Overall DoDSBIR Instructions
Component Specific Topics & Instructions
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Overall DoD STTR Instructions
Component Specific Topics & Instructions
Responsible for monitoring the technical performance of a contract
Often the author of the topics that appear in solicitations; Topic Author is synonymous with TPOC
Can be an excellent champion for the small business and can answer technical questions during the “open” period
TPOC
Technical Point of Contact
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Each DOD SBIR/STTR topic contains:
Topic Number
Title
Research & Technical Area
Topic Author (TPOC)
Acquisition Program
Special Considerations
ITAR Restrictions
Objective
Description
Phase I Requirements
Phase II Requirements
Phase III / Dual Use Military and Commercial Applications
References
Keywords
DoD SBIR 14.2 Solicitation Topic Example
Contact
None listed for this topic
Special considerations
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Topic Example: SB142-003
Look for key concepts and
words to include in your proposal
Topic Example: SB142-003
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DoD Homework
Look for topics
Look for background from past solicitations and awards
Understand the component(s) of interest
Prepare for your conversation with the TPOC in the open period
Keep track of questions and revisions posted at SITIS
Influencing future topics
sbir.defensebusiness.org/awards
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Talking to the TPOC in the “open” period
Understand the DoD and component needs stated in the solicitation
Do your research before you callDevelop a quad chart or white paper to summarize how your technology addresses the needEmail the TPOC and request a phone discussion
Attach the brief you’ve preparedQuestions to ask
Any clarifying technical questionsIs our approach to your problem responsive to the topic solicitation?Is there an identified acquisition program?
If not, how do you see this project transitioning to Phase III?
Topic: Blast Distribution Modeling for Buildings & Confined Spaces, N151-047PI: Jane DoeCompany: Acme Inc.
Technical Approach
Project Objectives and Scope:• Phase I: Develop model that provides
estimates for size and mass (± 0.1 m accuracy) in operational environment
• Phase II: Refine model to include velocity and distribution (± x% accuracy) & to operate on Navy’s proprietary XYZ platform
Major Activities/Milestones:• Month 4: accuracy demonstration• Month 6: software prototype proven to TRL
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Deliverables:• Technical report on debris data sources• Software model for rapid distribution• Phase II: User manuals & handheld platform
software
Contribution to the Requirement
Description of technology:• Empirical model that will predict size, mass,
velocity & distribution of debris produced inside of buildings by IEDs
• Considers windows, walls, utility systems, office equipment and furnishings as sources
• Uses charge weight, location, building characteristics & equipment as input data
Need and Value to DoD Requirement:• Compiles database of blast debris
generated from actual events and field tests• User friendly Windows version of model will
add credibility to force protection vulnerability assessments
• Shows detailed benefits of facilities upgrades
Cost and Schedule
Estimated PhI Cost: $149,997
TRL: Current = 2 End of Ph I = 4
Company/Team Capabilities
• 5 years prior work with Prime Contractor X on distribution blast system design
• X, Y and Z testing capabilities in-house; specialized testing on mass distribution with subcontractors Naval Research Lab & University of Knowledge
• PI offers specific expertise in A and B system development for a battlefield environment
POINT OF CONTACT: Jane Doe ACME Inc., Boston, MA USADate: 08/12/2015 Phone: xxx-xxx-xxxx Email: [email protected]
www.acme.com
ACME
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Defense Technology Quad Chart
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Keep Track of Your Topic on SITIS
https://sbir.defensebusiness.org/sitis
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Keep Track of Your Topic on SITIS
DoD – Influencing Topics
Search past solicitation topics
www.zynsys.com
Locate topics in your space
Call the topic author
Discuss your idea
Gauge DoD interest
Ask if accepting topic suggestions
Some awarding components have web links to submit ideas online
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Proposal Preparation
Follow DoD’s Rules!
1. Follow the rules in the DoD SBIR solicitation2. Follow specific instructions of DoD Awarding
Component (Navy, Air Force, etc.) to which you are applying
Instructions found in Solicitation Topics of each Award ComponentEach Award Component has unique rules/guidelines!
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The Entire Package - DoD
Volume 1: Cover SheetVolume 2: Technical Proposal
Sections 1 – 11Volume 3: Cost VolumeVolume 4: Company Commercialization Report
Completed onlineRequired of all proposers
Volume 2: Technical Volume Outline
1. Identification and Significance of the Problem or Opportunity 2. Phase I Technical Objectives 3. Phase I Statement of Work (including Subcontractors’ Efforts)4. Related Work 5. Relationship with Future Research or R&D 6. Commercialization Strategy 7. Key Personnel 8. Foreign Citizens9. Facilities/Equipment 10. Subcontractors/Consultants 11. Prior, Current, or Pending Support of Similar Proposals or
Awards
20 Pages maximum, to include:
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1. Identification/Significance
1-2 Pages
Statement of the problem (as they describe it)
Proposed Innovation (brief)
Current State-of-the-Art and why it’s deficient
What it the technical challenge?
What barriers exist to a solution?
Describe Your Innovation: What will you do to meet this challenge that has not been done before?
What difference will your efforts make?
What will the products of your efforts be?
1. Identification/Significance--OUTLINE
Statement of the problem
Technical challenge and barriers to solution
What you will do that has not been done before
What aspect of the problem are you addressing?
Why is your approach unique?
Why is it better than prior efforts?
How does it build on the state of the art?
What is your technological innovation?
Significance
What will your technology enable that is not present now?
What are the end products/services and why are they important to the DoD Component? To other government agencies? To the commercial market?
What are the social and economic impacts and benefits?
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Objectives vs. Activities
Objectives
Either achieved or not
Do not yield results/data
Have measurable, desired end points
Tasks = Activities of the Work Plan
Steps to achieve your objectives
Make up your work plan
They are performed or carried out
Yield results &/or data
2. Technical Objectives
REMEMBER, it’s all about themTheir objectives are your objectives
Objectives should be bounded by resources company can bring
StaffFacilities
Presentation:Begin by specifying objectives most clearly related to the solicitation topic and agency concerns. Proceed to objectives relating to "spin-off" benefits.
Must be secondary to topic related objectives. Keep objectives short, to-the-point & quantifiable
Pointers
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2. Technical Objectives--OUTLINE
List & explain the key objectives to be accomplished in Phase I
Objective 1…… Measurable criteria for acceptance
Objective 2…..(repeat for all Objectives) Measurable criteria for acceptance
How this leads to Phase IICommercial implications of achieving Objectives
Focus on the DoD problem
3. Phase I Statement of Work
~6-8 Pages
Describe exactly what work you and your subcontractors will conduct in order to accomplish your objectives and demonstrate feasibility
If you win, you will have to deliver what you state in your work plan
Don’t over-promise – You won’t be able to deliver on budget and on time
Don’t under-promise - Unchallenging plans are not competitive
Detailed Approach to the Problem
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3. Phase I Statement of Work--OUTLINE
For each objective:
<Objective Restated>
i. Rationale
ii. Experimental Design and Methods
iii. Data Analysis and Interpretation
iv. Potential Pitfalls/Alternative Approaches
v. Expected Outcomes
3. Phase I Statement of Work
Ensure Work Plan proceeds chronologically Include each task to be completed, how long it should take to complete the task, who is responsible, where work will be done and completion dateHighlight any decision- points or targets which might exist along the wayIndicate which targets are key starting points for Phase I Option work (if applicable) and Phase II work
Project Scheduling (Gantt) Charts
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Gantt Chart—Include Base & Option if neededTechnicalObjectives
Month
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
Technical Objective 1
PI/Chief Scientist, Ph.D.Chemist, M.S.
NewCo. Labs
Technical Objective 2
PI Chief Scientist, Ph.D.NewCo. Labs
Technical Objective 3
Engineer, M.S. MidWest University
Technical Objective 4
Scientist, Ph.D.Research Co.
2
BASE Period OPTION Period
4. Related Work
~1-2 PagesDescribe significant activities directly related to the proposed effortInclude discussion of relevant related R&D or publications by your firm, key project staff, consultants and subcontractorsEstablish your awareness of state-of-the-art in scientific/technical fields directly relevant to solicitation topic and specific approach. Literature references to support pointsBe certain to look at ALL references provided in the topic description
Awareness Enhances Credibility
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4. Related Work--OUTLINE
For key work conducted by team members:Short description and how relevantClient for whom work was doneCompletion dateReferences if relevant
Describe others’ work in the field and how your proposed work advances the state-of-the-art
Must include references
5. Relationship with Future R&D
DoD likes to fund work with a future!
Synthesize material presented earlier in the proposal.
Begin by summarizing expected outcomes.
Indicate how each anticipated result will facilitate your ability to conduct Phase II and III R&D
Identify any clearances, certifications, approvals needed to do Phase II or III and outline plan for completion
Research or Research and Development
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6. Commercialization Strategy
~1 page for Phase I
Strategy for commercializing this technology in DoD, other Federal Agencies, and/or private sector markets
Market need
Size of the market
Schedule showing the quantitative commercialization results from this SBIR project
amount of additional investment
sales revenue
NOT the same as Company Commercialization Report (Volume 4)!
6. Commercialization Strategy--OUTLINE
Product & Competition
First product/service
Value proposition enabled by your innovation
Main competition and why your solution is better
Market Opportunity
Anticipated target markets or market segments
Component, DoD, Government, Private sector
Estimated market sizes (include citations)
Business model/commercialization strategy to reach markets
Financing & Revenue Model
REQUIRED: Schedule of quantitative commercialization results
How you will finance your innovation to reach Phase III?
Phase I (~1 page)
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7. Key Personnel
PI must have good R&D experience and technical expertise in the area of the project
Related work experience should indicate that the PI has successfully managed similar projects
Emphasize existence of a complete R&D project team
Company is important to DoD since they expect to acquire resulting technology
Management Team
Executive Officers
Scientific Advisory Board
Board of Directors
Business Advisors
Regulatory Experience
Recruiting Plans
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8. Foreign Citizens
Identify any foreign citizens you expect to be involved on this project as a direct employee, subcontractor or consultant
For these individuals, please specify their country of origin, the type of visa or work permit under which they are performing and an explanation of their anticipated level of involvement on this project
You may be asked to provide additional information during negotiations in order to verify the foreign citizen’s eligibility to participate on a SBIR contract
ITAR
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9. Facilities & Equipment
Briefly describe the key relevant facilities and equipment to be utilized
Include specifics on all laboratory or clinical, computing, and office facilities and equipment crucial for the project
10. Subcontractors/Consultants
Keep the crucial work in-house
Consultants and subcontractors should be used for clearly defined, support functions
Project review
Product testing
Specific experimental operations or data collection.
If you are farming everything out, why should the agency hire you in the first place?
Building a Team
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11. Prior, Current or Pending Support of Similar Proposals or Awards
(a) Name and address of the Federal Agency(s) or DoD Component to which a proposal was submitted, will be submitted, or from which an award is expected or has been received.
(b) Date of proposal submission or date of award.
(c) Title of proposal.
(d) Name and title of principal investigator for each proposal submitted or award received.
(e) Title, number, and date of solicitation(s) under which the proposal was submitted, will be submitted, or under which award is expected or has been received
(f) If award was received, state contract number.
(g) Specify the applicable topics for each SBIR proposal submitted or award received.
Note: If Section 3.5.b(11) does not apply, state in the proposal "No prior, current, or pending support for proposed work."
The Entire Package - DoD
Volume 1: Cover SheetVolume 2: Technical Proposal
Sections 1 – 11Volume 3: Cost VolumeVolume 4: Company Commercialization Report
Completed onlineRequired of all proposers
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Before You Begin…..
Direct
Indirect (F&A, Overhead)
Unallowable
48 CFR Subpart 31.2 (Code of Federal Regulations)
Get familiar with the costs considerations:
Before You Begin…
Employee salary limits
Budget caps or guidelines
Length of project
Be familiar with any limitations or guidelines specific to the solicitation.
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Direct Costs
Any item, service or labor that is used for the SOLE PURPOSE of any one particular project.
The item cannot be used on any other contract or corporate purposes.
Indirect costs
Any item, service or labor that is used to
“support or complete” the project but also
benefits other projects/activities.
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Unallowable Costs
Patent costs
Interest expense
Advertising/Marketing
www.acquisition.gov/far/html/subpart%2031_2.html
Costs necessary for a business BUT can not be paid with federal dollars.
Other Personnel
Administrative assistance cannot be paid out of SBIR/STTR direct costs.
Do not give ‘academic’ roles as they are not appropriate for a small company. i.e. no ‘Graduate Research Assistants.’
Instead they should be “technicians” or whatever their technical role on the project will be.
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Roles - Sub Award
An agreement between the prime awardee and another organization
Sub-awardee organization does a portion of the work
SBIR Phase I - SBC 67% of direct & indirect
SBIR – Phase II – SBC 50% of direct & indirect
STTR – Phase I - SBC at least 40%, Primary sub award at least 30% (phase I)
Roles - Fee for Service
A fee for service is an arrangement between the SBC and another organization
Vendor provides a routine service to the SBC
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Budget components
Direct costs
Indirect costs
Fees (profit)
What every SBIR/STTR budget should have:
Direct Costs
Salaries/Wages (senior key persons and other personnel)
Equipment (items that will have more than 1 year of life and more than $5k)
Travel
Materials/Supplies
Consultants
Sub Award/Consortium
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Indirect Costs (G & A/Overhead)
Fringe Benefits
Payroll taxes
Insurance – health, disability, workers compensation
Retirement plan contributions
Paid leave – vacation, sick, holiday
General & Administrative (overhead)
Office supplies
Rent
Phone
Technology – web, email
Administrative wages
Indirect Cost Rate
An indirect cost rate is a device for determining fairly and expeditiously the proportion of general (non-direct) expenses that each project/activity will bear.
It is the ratio between the total indirect costs and the direct cost base.
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Budget
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Direct CostsIndirect Costs
FEES
DoD - Cost Proposal
Complete the cost proposal in the format shown in the Cost Breakdown Guidance
http://www.acq.osd.mil/osbp/sbir/docs/costbreakdown.pdfUse either (phase I only)
Online cost proposal form on the DoD Electronic Submission Web Site Last page(s) of your technical proposal IF specified in the component instructions.
Budget Justification – Budget DetailsEnough information provided to allow understanding of how the proposer plans to use requested funds.
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The Entire Package - DoD
Volume 1: Cover SheetVolume 2: Technical Proposal
Sections 1 – 11Volume 3: Cost VolumeVolume 4: Company Commercialization Report
Completed onlineRequired of all proposers
Company Commercialization Report
Submit through DoD Electronic Submission Web Site MUST be updated at least every 12 months for all Phase II awards
List the quantitative commercialization results of prior Phase II projects from ALL agencies (not just DoD)
Sales revenue (including additional funded research)Additional investment from non-SBIR sources Used in fielded DoD system or acquisition program? Patents and applicationsGrowth in number of firm employeesCompleted an IPO or private offering?
Comparison of results to historical averages Used to calculate a Commercialization Achievement Index (CAI) value.
Only firms with > 5 completed Phase II projects≤ 5th percentile receive ≤ 1/2 of the evaluation points available
REQUIRED for all applicants!
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DoD Proposal Submission
Submission Steps
Prepared as a word documentCovert to pdf before uploadHeader include: company name, proposal #, topic #10 pt font (no smaller) & 1 inch margins20 pages excluding the cover sheet, cost volume and commercialization reportUpload using the SUBMIT iconProcess for editing and deleting proposals is revised
Phase I proposals must be withdrawn to be modified after submission and then resubmitted
Delete a non-submitted proposal any time prior to close by withdrawing it, but once withdrawn, they cannot be recovered
No submitted proposals can be withdrawn or deleted after the Announcement closes
Technical Volume (Volume 2)
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Verification
Getting your DoD Reviews
Status of review process posted on websiteDebriefing provided upon written request by unsuccessful applicant
Must be requested 30 days post-notification (15 days for some components)Receive reviewer comments verbatim (no summaries)
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Grant Writing 101: The Review
Understand the Review Processa.k.a.- Think like a reviewer
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What Happens to a Proposal?
ComponentReview
AWARDProposalDoD
PortalComponent
PortalProgram Manager
Database
Component SBIR Program Office
• 2nd QA
• Review Debrief
• Ensure Contract Award is On-track
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DoD Evaluation Criteria
Soundness, technical merit, and innovation of the proposed approach
Qualifications of the proposed/key investigators, supporting staff, and consultants
Potential for commercial (Gov. or private sector) application and benefits expected to accrue from this commercialization
PH I PH II
50 40
30 30
20 30
WEIGHT
Post Evaluation
A Select / Non-Select Award Notification will be sent out within 90 days of Proposal Submission
Ensure that your contact info is up to date to ensure receipt of notification
Winners will be notified to begin contract negotiations
Companies of Non-winning proposals are encouraged to request a debrief
Debrief will include the comments from the evaluators
You have 15 - 30 days after the release of the award notification to request a debrief
Winners are also permitted to request a debrief
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How to be Competitive in SBIR/STTR
Understand the philosophy of the Agency
Understand the review process
Understand the psychology of the reviewers
Develop and follow a strategic plan
Follow the rules
Complete your registrations at least 6-8 weeks ahead
Submit Early!
Remember Commercialization is why they’re funding you!
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SBIR/STTR: Why?
Non-dilutive capital (‘free’ money)
Peer review
Validation of technology
Commercialization focus
Funds technology risk
Enables early transfer of technology and establishment of start-up companies
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