Small Business Innovation Research
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) explores innovative concepts pursuant to Public Law 106-554 (Small Business Reauthorization Act of 2000) and Public Law 107-50 (Small Business Technology Transfer Program Reauthorization Act of 2001), which mandates a two-phase competition for small businesses with innovative technology that can be commercialized. SBIR and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs will develop new dual-use technology for future Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Missile Defense System needs. Dual-use means that the technology will be judged on the potential for future private sector investment both as a vehicle for reducing development time and cost, unit costs of new Missile Defense System technology, and as a route to national economic growth through new commercial products. MDA will conduct the competition, award, and manage the contracts.
FY2027 planned work Funds are transferred into this PE in the execution year. MDA plans to execute approximately $78 million in FY 2027 to support the above-mentioned activities. Final amount to be determined by enactment.
FY2026 plans — current year Funds are transferred into this PE in the execution year. MDA will execute approximately $48 million in FY 2026 to support the above-mentioned activities. Final amount to be determined by enactment.