DoD FY-23.3 SBIR Broad Agency Announcement (BAA)
Pre-released 8/23/23 Opened 9/20/23 Closes 10/18/23 12:00pm ET
The DoD issued its pre-release of their 23.3 SBIR BAA on August 23, 2023, which opened to receive proposals on September 20, 2023, and closes on October 18, 2023 at 12:00pm ET.
This BAA is inclusive of 4 standard Navy SBIR topics and 1 Direct to Phase II topic, from 3 of the Navy's SYSCOMs. Topics are subject to change during the pre-release period.
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Direct communication with a topic's Technical Point of Contact (TPOC) is only permitted during the pre-release period, August 23, through September 19, 2023.
However, proposing small business concerns may still submit written questions through the DoD's Topic Q&A (SITIS) system until October 4, 2023, at 12:00 PM ET. Communication is limited to ask technical questions about the specific BAA topic.
The DoD Topic Q&A system is available at
www.dodsbirsttr.mil/topics-app/. Please note: In Topic Q&A, all questions and answers are posted electronically for general viewing.
Identifying information for the questioner and respondent is not posted.
Complete requirements and detailed proposal submission guidelines are available on the DoD's Defense SBIR/STTR Innovation Portal (DSIP).
Quick and streamlined access to the Navy's SBIR topics are listed below.
New SBA Requirement for Disclosures of Foreign Affiliations or Relationships to Foreign Countries
As part of the recent SBIR/STTR reauthorization (SBIR/STTR Extension Act of 2022 PL 117-183) the SBA has developed a template requiring small businesses applying for SBIR or STTR awards to disclose information about the applicant's investment and foreign ties.
The template is part of the new revisions to the SBIR/STTR Policy Directive that took effect on May 3, 2023. The template is in Appendix III of the Policy Directive.
NAVY 23.4 SBIR Open Topics BAA - Now Closed
The Navy "Open Topics" BAA (opened 7/13/23 and closed 8/15/23) was part of the DoD's 23.4 Annual SBIR BAA. The Navy's "Open Topics" BAA differs from the standard Navy SBIR topics with unique features and requirements.
Previous Open Topic information can be viewed Here
Posting of Navy 23.2 SBIR and 23.B "Selections"
In order to keep small businesses informed about the Navy's 23.2/B SBIR/STTR proposal selection status, the Navy posts a list of SBIR/STTR "Selectees" as they are chosen.
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A selectee is a company selected for further consideration, meaning that the proposal is of interest, but the final decision and contract negotiation is not complete.
Being listed as a selectee on this web site is NOT a notification of contract award. The list of selections is an ongoing process that may take several weeks to complete.
NAVY SBIR/STTR FY-22 Year in Review - Delivering Innovation to Our Warfighters
The Department of the Navy (DON) has just released its FY-22 SBIR/STTR Year in Review report which highlights many of the program's successes and statistics for the FY-22 period.
For example, the DON phase III portfolio experienced a 17% increase over FY-21 (more than $1.1B in phase III funding), which accounted for 50% of all DoD Phase III funding in FY22! That's just one of the many items you'll see in this important report.
Navy’s Policy on Selectable, Not Funded Proposals from other Agencies:
It is the policy of the Department of the Navy (DON) SBIR/STTR programs to only accept and evaluate proposals received in accordance with the SBIR/STTR Policy Directive (PD):
- In response to stated Agency topics contained in a Phase I [PD §4(a)] or direct to Phase II [PD §4(b)(1)(ii)] solicitation issued by DON
- In response to DON Phase I contract deliverable requirements for merit-based Phase II evaluation [PD §4(b)(4)]
- In response to a Request for Proposal for a sequential Phase II as a follow-on award to a current DON award [PD §4(b)(5)]
- In response to a Request for Proposal for a subsequent Phase II from a firm that has a Phase I award from another agency. [PD §4(b)(7)]
A Selectable, Not Funded proposal from another Agency is not a proposal in response to a DON solicitation nor is it an award that can be leveraged as a sequential or subsequent Phase II.
Recap of the NAVY SBIR/STTR Innovation Center held at the Gold Coast 2023 Event
The Department of Navy SBIR/STTR Programs hosted an SBIR/STTR Innovation Center at the recent NAVY Gold Coast Event, July 26 - 28, 2023 in San Diego, CA. The Navy SBIR/STTR Innovation Center was well received and included
a group of 20 NAVY SBIR/STTR Phase II awardees showcasing their technologies.
You can view the companies and technologies presented at navysbir.com/ngc23.htm.
Navy Spring 2023 Transitions Newsletter is Here!
In this edition Bob Smith, Navy SBIR/STTR Director, discusses:
- What are we doing in FY23?
- Continuing on Course, on Speed.
- SBIR/STTR Due Diligence Program.
- Navy STP Showcase Events.
This edition also highlights important Transitions news such as:
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- GE Research Partners With Small Businesses Developing Future Technologies.
- Build-test-build Iterative Design Improves the Development Process for Small Businesses, Customers, Warfighters.
- Navy STP Hosts Three Innovative Technologies Showcase Events.
- List of SBIR/STTR companies receiving Phase III awards.
- Calendar of Events.
How Small American Businesses are Driving Defense Innovations
The Marine Corps Systems Command (MCSC) has just released an important article describing the role of small business and the SBIR program to the defense infrastructure and national economy of the United States.
The article is available on the MCSC website at:
www.marcorsyscom.marines.mil/News/News-Article-Display/Article/3368886/how-small-american-businesses-are-driving-defense-innovations/
Cybersecurity Information, Resources & Opportunities
Cybersecurity is a complex, critical and rapidly changing field of major importance to all, including small SBIR businesses.
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) awareness and conformance is mandatory for firms doing business with the DoD under contracts with CUI requirements.
DoD Releases 2023 Small Business Strategy
The Department of Defense (DoD) recently released its Small Business Strategy for 2023. The strategy promotes a strong, dynamic, and robust small business industrial base by focusing on reducing barriers to entry, increasing set-aside competitions, and leveraging programs to grow the industrial base.
As part of DoD's efforts to strengthen support of small businesses, this strategy focuses on stepping up engagement with industry, including providing more tools and resources. This engagement and training effort will be facilitated by the Department's ninety-six APEX Accelerators located across the country, formerly known as the Procurement Technical Assistance Centers, which serve as a resource for small businesses to increase their readiness, help them find opportunities to do business with the Department and accelerate their insertion into the defense marketplace.
Visit business.defense.gov for more DoD Small Business Contracting Opportunities.
SBTC Champion of Small Business Innovation Award
SBTC Director Jere Glover presents award to Bob Smith, Director of DON SBIR/STTR |
Each year since 2015, the Small Business Technology Council (SBTC) has highlighted and honored some of the best Program Managers, Contracting Officials, PEOs, and Government officials for their work in helping SBIR/STTR companies commercialize their technologies. And 2022 is no exception!
At the 14 November SBTC meeting, Bob Smith, Director of DON SBIR/STTR Programs, was selected as a Champion of Small Business Innovation by the members of the SBTC.
Mr. Smith has led DON’s SBIR/STTR programs since December 2014. His stewardship has led the programs to unparalleled success and phenomenal growth in commercialization. Congratulations to a well-deserving leader!
Visit sbtc.org for details on the awards.
Navy Technology Transfer Opportunities Website
Although not a funding mechanism such as SBIR, Navy Technology Transfer (TT) is a powerful resource by which small businesses and entrepreneurs can collaborate with the Navy in unique ways to advance
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The Navy, through its laboratory network, offers world-class facilities, experts, and allows for protected, tight-knit working relationships with preeminent industry researchers.
Use the Navy TT website to search the naval network for technological expertise, unique facilities, and equipment. Then connect with experienced partnering professionals to help craft an agreement
to unlock the power of Navy resources.
Learn more about Navy TT from their newly redesigned website at www.navytechtransfer.navy.mil
Doing Business with the NAVY: Steps to Becoming Procurement Ready
This video from the Department of the Navy Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) helps small business owners understand the procurement process by providing vital insight and answers to key questions and concerns, and expert guidance to help you navigate each step and prepare to compete for opportunities with the NAVY.
Navy SBIR/STTR Conquering the Challenge
This Navy video "Navy SBIR/STTR Conquering the Challenge" highlights how the Navy's SBIR/STTR programs are evolving to more rapidly meet the challenges to maintain our decisive edge.
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