The Army recognizes that small businesses are a prime source of innovation and represent cutting edge technological breakthroughs. SBIR sponsors small businesses through a competitive, three-phase process. I proposals and one in three Phase II proposals being selected. The selected projects support the development of advanced products and technologies to support vital Army missions including logistics, advanced propulsion systems, vehicle protection and safety, sensors, fuel cells, soldier performance and training, mine detection, medical care, and weapon system improvements. These will also serve the overall commercial marketplace.
Contract awards are contingent on successful completion of negotiations.