Commercialization

The SBA proposal would require firms with more than 25 combined SBIR/STTR Phase II awards in the prior five completed fiscal years to meet revenue thresholds of 33% for FY2027 and 50% for FY2028 from sources outside Phase I and II awards. Firms that fall short could be barred from new Phase I or Direct-to-Phase-II proposals for one year; the comment period has closed, but the proposal is not confirmed as final or in force.

The Army’s Precise Wide Area Ionosphere Correction Solution (ICE), developed by DEVCOM Armaments Center, was selected for the xTech Inversion commercialization program. Aptos Orbital received a prize and may prepare a proposal for a potential $300,000 Phase I feasibility study, but no study award or open solicitation has been announced.

Oak Ridge National Laboratory has partnered with The Company Lab to boost technology commercialization in quantum, energy, and transportation sectors. While this collaboration offers opportunities for future technologies, it does not equate to immediate procurement opportunities or funding announcements.

The National Science Foundation has launched a $20 million program to accelerate commercialization of deep technologies by supporting small businesses. This initiative aims to address the gap in translating federally funded research into market-ready solutions, potentially reshaping federal procurement models for innovation funding.

New Mexico has committed over **$450 million** to enhance its quantum technology sector, including key infrastructure and workforce initiatives. The move creates significant procurement opportunities for contractors and technology firms, particularly through funding programs like the **Quantum Technologies Award** of up to **$200,000** for early-stage companies.

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has initiated the Tech Accelerators program to bolster technology commercialization across various sectors. This initiative will provide funding from **$500,000** to **$10 million** for organizations aiding emerging technologies, representing significant opportunities for vendors in technology development and support services.

The National Science Foundation has unveiled Project Triad, aimed at unifying quantum sensing, networking, and computing into practical applications. This initiative is set to drive significant procurement opportunities for contractors specializing in quantum technologies and emphasizes translational research for enhanced U.S. economic competitiveness and national security.

The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is expanding its reach by partnering with HBCUs and MSIs in Georgia and Alabama. This initiative aims to enhance regional innovation, particularly in advanced manufacturing and aerospace, potentially opening doors for contractors in technology commercialization and support services.

The South Korean Ministry of Science and ICT has unveiled a 51.2 billion won initiative to support R&D in five metropolitan special zones. This program will enhance commercialization efforts and technology transfer, opening new opportunities for U.S. contractors and technology providers in key innovation sectors.