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    Win More Government R&D Contracts.

    Research and development contract intelligence for organizations pursuing federal funding.

    AI-powered search across NIH, DARPA, DOE, DOD, and NSF. Find SBIR, BAA, OTA, and research contract opportunities before your competitors.

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    Built for R&D organizations.

    The federal government spends over $160 billion annually on R&D. SamSearch helps you find and win your share.

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    • SBIR Phase I & II
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    Influence

    See where federal R&D dollars are flowing before solicitations release. Track NIH program priorities, DOD research areas of interest, DOE research initiatives, and DARPA program manager interests, positioning your organization for the next wave of R&D funding.

    How Influence works
    ForecastAward Q1 FY28
    Construction management · Coburn Gore land port of entry
    AgencyGeneral Services AdministrationNAICS236220Estimated value$100M–$249M
    RecompeteExpires Oct 2028
    Structured optical materials and processing
    AgencyDept of the Air ForceContract value$19.9MRecompete probability
    ForecastAward Q2 FY29
    LSD-class ship pierside repair
    AgencyNAVSEANAICS336611Estimated value$50M–$100M

    Capture

    AI-powered search across NIH, DARPA, DOE, NSF, DOD, and federal R&D solicitations. Filter by research area, NAICS codes (541710, 541720, 541330), funding mechanism (SBIR, STTR, BAA, OT), and agency. Natural language search understands scientific and technical terminology.

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    Department of Defense517111
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    State of Texas517311
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    Analyze

    R&D solicitations (BAAs, SBIRs) are highly technical. AI extracts research objectives, technical requirements, technical approach requirements, evaluation criteria, and deliverables from complex solicitation documents. Understand what agencies want to fund, quickly.

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    L.3.1L.3.2M.2
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    L.3.1Technical approach, 25 page limitVolume Ip.41
    L.3.2Key personnel résumés, 4 rolesVolume Ip.44
    M.2Evaluation, technical over priceStrategyp.58
    38 requirements mapped, every one cited to its page
    “Do we meet the small business set-aside?”
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    Manage

    Build a pipeline of R&D contract and grant opportunities. Track Phase I to Phase II SBIR transitions, identify teaming partners with complementary capabilities, and position for follow-on production contracts from successful R&D programs.

    How Manage works
    Pipeline3 editing
    Qualify6
    Perimeter security refreshUSACE · $4.2MAL
    Depot spares IDIQDLA · $9.8MMR
    Capture4
    Range instrumentationUSAF · $18.6MDM
    Proposal3
    Base ops supportNavy · $31MJT
    Shipyard modernizationNAVSEA · $24M
    DanaMarcus

    Respond

    Generate compelling technical proposals, white papers, and SBIR applications using your research capabilities and past performance. AI helps structure your technical approach, innovation narrative, and commercialization plan to maximize evaluation scores.

    Generate an RFP response
    Bid checklistDue in 12 days
    Volume I, Technical25 pages
    Volume II, Past performance3 references
    SF 33 + reps & certs6 forms
    Pricing narrativein review
    Drafting Volume I
    Filling SF 33Solicitation no.N0018926R0042CAGE / UEI7QM48 · JK4M...Offer valid for120 days
    Every claim grounded in your approved content

    Finance

    As an award lands, SamSearch flags the working capital gap and introduces financing partners who specialize in government contracts, so cash flow never caps your growth.

    How Finance works
    Post-awardNAVSEA · won 9 days ago
    Award booked$18.6M · 36 months
    Working capital gap$2.4M · payroll before net-45
    Introduced to 3 financing partnersagainst the contract, not your balance sheet
    Financing options returned
    Contract financingSOFR + 4.25%$2.4MDrawn
    Line of creditSOFR + 6.10%$1.5M
    Example timeline · funded in 11 days, secured against the contract

    Built for R&D success

    Intelligence that helps research organizations build a sustainable federal funding portfolio

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    • Technical requirement extraction
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    • Agency priority tracking

    Grow Your Portfolio

    • Phase I→II transition tracking
    • Teaming partner identification
    • Follow-on production signals
    • Award history analysis

    How R&D Organizations Win with SamSearch

    1. 01

      Find R&D Funding Opportunities by Research Area

      AI-powered search across NIH, DARPA, DOE, NSF, DOD, and NASA research solicitations. Filter by scientific area, funding mechanism (SBIR, BAA, OTA), agency, and topic. Natural language search understands technical terminology, search for 'quantum computing' or 'mRNA therapeutics' and get relevant results instantly.

    2. 02

      Analyze Complex Technical Solicitations Fast

      R&D solicitations require deep technical review. AI extracts research objectives, technical requirements, evaluation criteria, and deliverables from complex BAAs and SBIR topics in minutes. Understand what agencies want to fund before investing weeks in proposal development.

    3. 03

      Track Agency Research Priorities Ahead

      Federal agencies publish strategic research plans, program manager interests, and technology roadmaps long before solicitations release. SamSearch tracks agency research priorities so you can align your research agenda with government needs months in advance.

    4. 04

      Build Your R&D Funding Portfolio

      Track your R&D contract pipeline, monitor Phase I to Phase II transitions, identify teaming partners for multi-disciplinary proposals, and position for follow-on production contracts from successful R&D work. Build sustainable government R&D revenue.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What government R&D funding mechanisms are available?
    The federal government funds R&D through multiple mechanisms: SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) and STTR (Small Business Technology Transfer) grants for small businesses and universities; BAAs (Broad Agency Announcements) for open research topics; OTAs (Other Transaction Authority) for prototype and follow-on production; cost-plus contracts for large R&D programs; and cooperative agreements. NIH, DARPA, DOD, DOE, NSF, NASA, and ARPA-E are major R&D funders.
    How does the SBIR program work?
    SBIR (Small Business Innovation Research) is a competitive program where small businesses submit proposals in response to agency-published topics. Phase I awards (typically $150K-$300K) fund feasibility studies. Phase II awards (typically $750K-$2M) fund full R&D. Successful Phase II work can lead to Phase III commercialization contracts. SamSearch tracks all SBIR topics across 11 participating agencies and helps small businesses find the most relevant opportunities for their capabilities.
    What is a BAA (Broad Agency Announcement) and how do you respond?
    A BAA is an open solicitation used by agencies like DARPA, Army Research Lab, and ONR to solicit research proposals on broad topic areas. BAAs typically have open submission periods and are evaluated on technical merit. SamSearch monitors active BAAs across all research agencies, alerts you when new BAAs are posted in your research area, and helps you analyze technical requirements quickly to decide whether to submit a white paper or full proposal.
    What are OTAs and how do they differ from traditional contracts?
    Other Transaction Authority (OTA) agreements are non-FAR contracts used primarily by DOD for prototype development and follow-on production. OTAs allow the government to partner with non-traditional defense contractors (companies without prior government contracts) and commercial technology companies. They have more flexible terms than traditional contracts. SamSearch tracks OTA solicitations across DOD components, helping technology companies access defense R&D opportunities.
    Can universities win government R&D contracts?
    Yes, universities are major recipients of federal R&D funding through grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts. STTR (Small Business Technology Transfer) specifically requires university partnerships. Universities also compete for DOD research contracts, NIH grants, NSF grants, and DOE research programs. SamSearch helps university technology transfer offices and research administrators identify relevant federal funding opportunities.
    What NAICS codes do R&D companies use?
    Key R&D NAICS codes: 541710 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences except biotechnology), 541711 (Research and Development in Biotechnology), 541712 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences), 541720 (Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities), and 611310 (Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools). Using the right NAICS codes is essential for SBIR eligibility and set-aside identification.

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