$717,000 For First Time Farmers and Ranchers
Provides direct and guaranteed loans to beginning farmers and ranchers who are unable to obtain financing from commercial credit sources. Application for Direct Loan assistance may be made at FSA county office where farming operation will be located. For Guaranteed Loans, applicants must apply to commercial lender who participates in the Guaranteed Loan Program. Contact state office above for referral to local/regional office. Loan amounts range from $ 0 - $200,000 for Direct Loans and $0 - $717,000 for Guaranteed Loans (amount varies annually based on Applicant must not have owned/operated a farm or ranch for 10 years. Must substantially participate in the farm operation. Contact Farm Service Agency, U.S. Department of Agriculture, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20250; 202-720-7807; {www.fsa.usda.gov}.
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$10,000,000 For Businesses In Small Towns
Provides loans to public entities and private parties who cannot obtain credit from other sources. Loans can be made for improving, developing, or financing business and industry, creating jobs, and improving economic and environmental climate in rural communities (less than 50,000 residents). Applications should be submitted to the address below. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, and, if corporations, at least 51% owned by such individuals. Contact U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Business-Cooperative Service, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Room 5050 South Building, Washington, DC 20250; 202-690-4730; {www.rurdev.usda.gov/}.
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$717,000 For Women and Minorities To Buy Farms Or Ranches
Enables socially disadvantaged applicants to buy and operate family-sized farms and ranches. For purposes of this program, socially disadvantaged groups include: women, African Americans, American Indians and Alaskan Natives, Hispanics, and Asians and Pacific Islanders. Application for Direct loan assistance may be made at FSA office in county where operation is located. For Guaranteed Loans, applicants must apply to a commercial lender who participates in the Guaranteed Program. Contact the state office above for referral to local/regional office. Loan amounts range from $0 - $200,000 for Direct Loans and $0 - $717,000 for Guaranteed Loans (amount varies annually based on inflation). Applicants must meet all requirements for FSA's regular farm loan program assistance. Must have education, training, and experience in managing/operating a farm; must be U.S. citizen; must have acceptable credit history. Contact Farm Service Agency, U.S. Department of Agriculture, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20250; 202-720-7807; {www.fsa.usda.gov}.
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$200,000 To Buy A Farm Or Ranch
Assists eligible farmers, ranchers, and aquaculture operators to become owner-operators of family farms. Loan may be used to operate family-owned ranches and agricultural businesses and to purchase farmland, construct and repair buildings, and promote soil and water conservation. National Office: USDA, Farm Service Agency, Box 0522; Washington, DC Applications should be mailed to local county office. Contact state office above for referral to appropriate regional office. Must have education, training, and experience in managing/operating a farm; must be U.S. citizen; must have acceptable credit history. If farm/ranch will be operated as a business entity, all members must be related by blood or marriage. Contact Farm Service Agency, U.S. Department of Agriculture, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20250; 202-720-7807; {www.fsa.usda.gov/}.
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$34,000,000 Grant For Airport Operators
Assists sponsors, owners and operators of public-use airports by providing federal funding for eligible projects such as improvement and development of runways, taxiway and apron pavement maintenance, purchase of navigational equipment, land acquisition for development, and other capital improvements. Headquarters Office: FAA, Office of Airport Planning and Programming, Airports Financial Assistance Division, APP-500, 800 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20591; 202-267-3831. Residents of the states of Maryland, Delaware,
Virginia, and West Virginia should contact the Atlanta Airports District Office listed for consultation and application assistance. Only those projects considered by FAA Administrator to be necessary to provide for a safe and efficient airport system and to meet the current and projected growth of civil aeronautics will be considered. Applicants must be a sponsor, owner, or operator of a public-use airport listed in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS) and having at least 2,500 passengers boarding annually and receiving scheduled passenger aircraft service. Contact Federal Aviation Administration, Robert Mendez, Division Manager, Airports Division, Eastern Region, FAA, 1 Aviation Place, Jamaica, NY 11434; 718-553-3330; Fax: 718-995-5615; {Robert.Mendez@faa.gov}; {www.faa.gov/as0/aso600/sponsorguide/index}.
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$275,000 Grant To Small Businesses To Work On Agricultural Related Ideas
Supports high quality research or research and development (R&D) proposals containing advanced concepts related to important scientific problems and opportunities that could lead to significant public benefit if the research is successful. Awards stimulate technological innovation in the private sector, strengthening the role of small businesses in meeting Federal R&D needs, and fostering and encouraging participation by women-owned and socially and economically disadvantaged small business firms in technological innovation. Support under the U.S.D.A.'s Small Business Innovative Research Program is normally provided for six months and up to $70,000 for Phase I projects (to determine the scientific or technical feasibility of ideas submitted by proposers on research topic areas designated in the solicitation) and two years and up to $275,000 for Phase II awards (principal research and development effort). Proposals are accepted on a solicitation only basis. See website above for calls for proposals. Unsolicited proposals will not be accepted. Only businesses that are independently owned, controlled, and operated for-profit and with 500 or less employees are eligible to apply. Each organization submitting a proposal must qualify as a small business for research and development purposes. The primary employment of the principal investigator must be with the small business at the time of the award. A joint venture must provide documentation confirming that it can act as a single legal entity for purposes of a grant awarded under the SBIR program. Contact United States Department of Agriculture, Dr. Charles F. Cleland, Director, SBIR Program, Coop. State Research, Educ., and Extension Service, U.S.D.A., STOP 2243 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20250; 202-401-4002; Fax: 202-401-6070; {ccleland@reeusda.gov}; {www.reeusda.gov/crgam/sbir.htm#program}.
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$717,000 To Operate A Farm Or Ranch
Guarantees farm ownership or farm operating loans made by conventional agricultural lenders for up to 95% of principal. Maximum loan amount varies annually based on inflation. Applicants must apply to conventional lender who arranges for guarantee. Contact Farm Service Agency, U.S. Department of Agriculture, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20250; 202-720-7807; {www.fsa.usda.gov/}.
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$900,000 Grant To Do Research On Injuries
Funds research by professionals from a wide spectrum of disciplines for the purpose of building a scientific base for the prevention of injuries, disabilities, and deaths. Applications may be submitted by public and private nonprofit and for-profit organizations, academic and research institutions, State and local governments, Indian tribal organizations, and small, minority, and women-owned businesses. Awards will be made for a 12-month budget period within a three-year project period. The maximum funding level will not exceed $300,000 per year or $900,000 for the three-year project period. Specific program priorities and application guidelines can be found at {www.cdc.gov/od/pgo/funding/01013.htm}. Contact Centers for Disease Control, Dept. of Health and Human Services, Ted Jones, Program Manager, Office of Research Grants, CDC, 4770 Buford Highway, NE, Mailstop k-58, Atlanta, GA 30341; 770-488-4824; {tmj@cdc.gov}; {www.cdc.gov}.
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Free Services And Money For Veterans To Receive Entrepreneur Training
Provides entrepreneurial development services such as business training, counseling, and mentoring to eligible veterans owning or considering starting a small business. Each client works directly with a business counselor to develop an Individual Entrepreneurial Development Plan. Assists clients in developing and maintaining a five-year business plan. Also provides assistance and training in such areas as international trade, franchising, Internet marketing, and accounting. The Veteran's Business Outreach Center listed serves the following states: Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Delaware, West Virginia as well as the District of Columbia. Contact Outreach Center directly to request services. Must be a veteran who seeks to start and manage a small business. Contact Small Business Administration Office of Veteran's Business Development, Timothy E. Proctor, Director, TEP Consulting, Inc., 858 Dogwood Court, Herndon, VA 20172; 703-707-0931; Fax: 703-707-0985; {Timproctor@tepconsulting.com}; {www.sba.gov/VETS/vbop.html}.
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Free Help For Veterans To Be Entrepreneurs
Provides all services and assistance necessary to enable service-disabled veterans and service persons to get and keep a suitable job including tuition, books, fees, supplies, and rehabilitative services. When employment is not feasible, provides the needed services and assistance to help the individual learn skills to achieve maximum independence (this can include entrepreneurial training). Applications should be mailed to the above address. The Maryland VA Regional Office serves all of the state of Maryland with the exception of Montgomery and Prince George's Counties. Applicant must be a veteran of WWII or later service or a service member awaiting a disability discharge with a VA combined service-connected disability rating of 10% or more. Contact Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs, Maryland VA Regional Office, Federal Building, 31 Hopkins Plaza, Room 233, Baltimore, MD 21202; 410-230-4450; {baltimore.query@vba.va.gov}; {www.vba.va.gov/bln/vre/vbsvre.htm}.
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$2,000,000 Grant To Work On Fossil Energy Ideas
Provides project grants it individuals, commercial firms, non-profit research organizations, and educational institutions for the purpose of developing environmentally and economically superior technologies using fossil fuels. DOE periodically solicits proposals which are posted on the following website: {www.fetc.doe.gov/business/solicit/index}. DOE also publishes an online "Guide for the Submission of Unsolicited Proposals" at {www.fe.doe.gov/index.html}. For general information regarding unsolicited proposals contact: John N. Augustine, Unsolicited Proposals Coordinator Phone: (412) 386-4524 Fax: (412) 386-6137 ; {Email: john.augustine@fetc.doe.gov}. Unsolicited proposals should be submitted to the following address: John N. Augustine, Unsolicited Proposals Coordinator, Mail Stop 921-107; U.S. Dept. of Energy, Federal Energy Technology Center; 626 Cochrans Mill Road, P.O. Box 10940; Pittsburgh, PA 15236-0940. Must have had prior successful research and development experience in the fossil energy or related fields. Contact Office of Fossil Energy, Department of Energy, Office of Fossil Energy, U.S. Dept. of Energy, 1000 Independence Ave.; SW, Washington, DC 20585; 202-586-6503; Fax: 202-586-5146; {fewebmaster@hq.doe.gov}; {www.fe.doe.gov/index.html}.
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$22,000,000 Grant To Businesses That Employ People with Disabilities
Creates and expands job and career opportunities for individuals with disabilities by engaging the participation of business and industry in the rehabilitative process. PWI projects promote this involvement by making grants to a variety of agencies, business and industrial corporations, and foundations and by appointing Business Advisory Councils (BAC) to identify jobs and careers available in the community and provide advice on appropriate skills and training. Grants are awarded for up to 5 years and may not exceed 80 percent of the total cost of the project. *No further competition for these grants will take place until FY 2001. Application packets will be available from the above source beginning 7/1/01. Completed applications should be mailed to the address below. Grantees must provide an annual evaluation of project operations in accordance with the established program standards. Contact Rehabilitative Services Administration Programs, Dept. of Education, Fred Isbister, Chief, Service Projects Branch, U.S. Dept. of Ed. Application Control Center, Attn:CFDA 84.234P; 400 Maryland Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20202; 202-205-9297; {www.ed.gov/offices/OSERS/RSA/PGMS/pwi.html}.
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$2,000,000 Grant To Commercialize Science Related Ideas
Bridges the gap between the research lab and the marketplace, stimulating prosperity through innovation. Partners with companies of all sizes, universities, and nonprofits to foster the development of innovative technologies that will generate significant commercial payoffs as well as widespread benefits for the nation. Awards are selected through yearly, open, peer-reviewed competitions. ATP accepts proposals only in response to specific, published solicitations. Notices of ATP competitions are published in Commerce Business Daily. To request to be placed on a mailing list to be notified of upcoming ATP competitions, call 1-800-ATP-FUND or {e-mail: atp@nist.gov}. Must be a single for-profit company or an industry-led joint venture. A single company must be substantially involved in the research and development with a leadership role in steering the project. A joint venture consists of at least two separately owned for-profit companies, both of which are substantially involved in the R&D and both contributing toward the cost sharing requirement of more than 50 percent of the yearly total project cost. Contact National Institute of Standards and Technology, Barbara Lambis, Coordinator - Advanced Technology Program, NIST Advanced Technology Program, 100 Bureau Drive, Stop 471; Admin.Bldg.101 Rm.A413, Gaithersburg, MD 20899; 301-975-4447; Fax: 301-869-1150; {Barbara.Lambis@nist.gov}; {www.atp.nist.gov}.
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$200,000 Grant To Work On Energy Related Inventions
Provides funds for promising projects demonstrating both energy-related innovation and future commercial market potential. Grants are open to U.S. citizens, small businesses that are U.S. owned, or educational institutions located in the U.S. Special consideration is given to individual inventors and small businesses. Competitive program is announced periodically. Proposal announcements and procedures are posted at {www.oti.doe.gov/inventions/aaply3.shtml}. Grants range from $0 - $40,000 (Category 1 - Conceptual Ideas) to $0-$200,000 (Catergory 2 - Development and Performance). Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. owned business, or educational institution located in the U.S. Contact Office of Industrial Technology, Department of Energy, Sandra Glatt, Program Manager, Inventions and Innovation Div., U.S. Dept. of Energy, 1000 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC 20585; 202-586-3897; Fax: 202-586-9234; {Sandra.glatt@ee.doe.gov}; {www.oit.doe.gov/inventions/pdfs/finguide.pdf}.
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$750,000 Grant To Small Businesses To Work On Transportation Related Ideas
Supports initiatives directed toward high priority transportation research and development requirements in the DOT Operating Administrations. Awards stimulate technological innovation in the private sector, strengthening the role of small businesses in meeting Federal R&D needs, and fostering and encouraging participation by women-owned and socially and economically disadvantaged small business firms in technological innovation. Support under DOT's Small Business Innovative Research Program is normally provided for six months and up to $100,000 for Phase I projects (to determine the scientific or technical feasibility of ideas submitted by proposers on research topic areas designated in the solicitation) and two years and up to $750,000 for Phase II awards (principal research and development effort). Proposals are accepted on a solicitation only basis. Up to date solicitation announcements and deadlines are posted on the website listed below. Unsolicited proposals will not be accepted. Only businesses that are independently owned, controlled, and operated for-profit and with 500 or less employees are eligible to apply. Each organization submitting a proposal must qualify as a small business for research and development purposes. The primary employment of the principal investigator must be with the small business at the time of the award. A joint venture must provide documentation confirming that it can act as a single legal entity for purposes of a grant awarded under the SBIR program. Only awardees in Phase I are eligible to participate in Phase II by invitation only. Contact U.S. Department of Transportation, Joseph Henebury, Program Director, Volpe National Transportation Systems Center, 55 Broadway, Kendall Square, Cambridge, MA 02142; 617-494-2051; Fax: 617-494-2370; {henebury@volpe.dot.gov}; {www.volpe.dot.gov/SBIR}.
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$295,000 Grant To Small Businesses To Work On Problems Related To The Environment
Supports high quality research or research and development (R&D) proposals containing advanced concepts related to important scientific problems and opportunities that could lead to significant public benefit if the research is successful. Support under the E.P.A.'s Small Business Innovative Research Program is normally provided for six months and up to $70,000 for Phase I projects (to determine the scientific or technical feasibility of ideas submitted by proposers on research topic areas designated in the solicitation) and two years and up to $295,000 for Phase II awards (principal research and development effort). Proposals are accepted on a solicitation only basis. Up to date solicitation announcements and deadlines are posted on the National Center for Environmental Research website at: {www.epa.gov/ncerqu/sbir}. For questions or assistance contact the EPA SBIR Helpline at: 1-800-490-9194. Unsolicited proposals will not be accepted. Only businesses that are independently owned, controlled, and operated for-profit and with 500 or less employees are eligible to apply. Each organization submitting a proposal must qualify as a small business for research and development purposes. The primary employment of the principal investigator must be with the small business at the time of the award. A joint venture must provide documentation confirming that it can act as a single legal entity for purposes of a grant awarded under the SBIR program. Contact Environmental Protection Agency, Marsha Johnson, Contracts Manager, U.S Environmental Protection Agency, Contracts Management Division (MD-33), Research Triangle Park, NC 27711; 919-541-0952; {johnson.marsha@epa.gov}; {www.epa.gov/ncerqa/sbir}.
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$15,000,000 Grant To Non-Profits Who Lend To Small Businesses In Small Towns
Provides grants to public bodies, nonprofit corporations, and Indian tribal groups to finance and facilitate the development of small and emerging private business enterprises located in rural areas. Funds may be used for the acquisition and development of land and the construction of buildings, plants, equipment, access streets and roads; technical assistance and related training for adults; startup and operating costs and working capital; and to create, expand, and operate rural distance learning networks. Applicants are required to submit supporting data (Preapplication Form SF-424) before a formal application is made. Applicants should contact the state representative above for more information on preapplication and application requirements. Rural area for this program is defined as a city, town, or unincorporated area that has a population of 50,000 inhabitants or less. Private business is eligible only if it will employ 50 or less new employees and has less than $1 million in projected gross revenue. Contact U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Business-Cooperative Service, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Room 5050 South Building, Washington, DC 20250; 202-690-4730; {www.rurdev.usda.gov/}.
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$1,500,000 Grant To Organizations Who Help Small Businesses In Small Towns
Provides funds for technical assistance, training, and economic development and planning activities with the purpose of promoting sustainable economic development in rural communities with exceptional needs.. Public bodies, nonprofit corporations, Indian tribes on Federal and State reservations and other Federally recognized tribal groups, and cooperatives are eligible to apply. Applicants must be located in rural areas (this includes all areas other than cities of more than 10,000 people). Contact U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Business-Cooperative Service, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Room 5050 South Building, Washington, DC 20250; 202-690-4730; {www.rurdev.usda.gov/}.
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Grants For Veterans To Learn Entrepreneuring
Provides for direct payment to service providers for the entire cost of tuition, books, fees, supplies, and rehabilitation services. Counseling services are provided throughout participation in the program. Participants may select a program of education to assist them in attaining an educational, professional, or vocational objective at any approved educational institution they choose. The Eastern Regional Office serves the states of Maryland, Virginia, and West Virginia. Applicants residing in these states should mail their completed applications to the address below. Eligibility ceases at the end of 10 years from the date of the participant's last discharge or release from qualifying active duty after January 1977. Contact Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of Veteran Affairs, VA Eastern Regional Office, P.O. Box 4616, Buffalo, NY 14240; 888-442-4551; {washingtondc.query@vba.va.gov}; {www.vba.va.gov/bln/vre/vbsvre.htm}.
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$500,000 Grant For Small Businesses To Work On Defense Related Research
Funds joint venture innovative research opportunities for small business and the nation's premier non-profit research institutions. The purpose of this collaboration is to move ideas from the laboratory to the marketplace, to foster high-tech economic development and to address the technological needs of the Federal Government. The Air Force's Small Business Technology Transfer Program is normally provided for one year and up to $100,000 for Phase I projects (for a feasibility study to evaluate the scientific and technical merit of an idea) and for two years and up to $500,000 for Phase II awards (development and commercialization of Phase I projects). In addition to following DoD-wide instructions in the program solicitation, proposers must also follow the Air Force's instructions for submission of proposals. Specific requirements and guidelines can be found at the website listed below. Proposals may only be submitted in response to solicitations. See website below for current solicitations and deadlines. Applicants must be a small, American-owned and for-profit business of 500 or fewer employees (including subsidiaries and affiliates). The nonprofit research institution must also be located in the U.S. At least 40 percent of the research project is to be conducted by the small business concern and at least 30 percent of the work is to be conducted by the "partnering' research institution. Contact Department of Defense - AIRFORCE, Dr. Victoria Franques, Program Manager, Air Force Office of Scientific Research, AFOSR/NI, 4040 N. Fairfax Drive, Suite 500, Arlington, VA 22203; 703-696-7313; Fax: 703-696-7320; {victoria.franques@afosr.af.mil}; {www.afosr.sciencewise.com}.
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$600,000 Grant To Small Businesses To Work On General Aviation Related Ideas
Supports high quality research or research and development (R&D) proposals promoting revitalization of general aviation. Awards stimulate technological innovation in the private sector, strengthening the role of small businesses in meeting Federal R&D needs, and fostering and encouraging participation by women-owned and socially and economically disadvantaged small business firms in technological innovation. Support under NASA's Small Business Innovative Research Program is normally provided for six months and up to $70,000 for Phase I
projects (to determine the scientific or technical feasibility of ideas submitted by proposers on research topic areas designated in the solicitation) and two years and up to $600,000 for Phase II awards (principal research and development effort). Proposals are accepted on a solicitation only basis. Up to date solicitation announcements and deadlines are posted on the website listed above. For questions or assistance contact the NASA SBIR Help Desk: (301) 937-0888 between 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday (Eastern Time). Unsolicited proposals will not be accepted. Only businesses that are independently owned, controlled, and operated for-profit and with 500 or less employees are eligible to apply. Each organization submitting a proposal must qualify as a small business for research and development purposes. The primary employment of the principal investigator must be with the small business at the time of the award. A joint venture must provide documentation confirming that it can act as a single legal entity for purposes of a grant awarded under the SBIR program. Contact NASA, Paul Mexcur, Program Manager, Code 710, Bldg. 3, Room 108, Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD 20771; 301-286-8888; Fax: 301-937-0204; {sbir@reisys.com}; {sbir.nasa.gov/SBIR/nasasbir.htm}.
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$330,000 Grant To Small Towns To Lend Money To Local Small Businesses
Provides grants from the Rural Business-Cooperative Service to rural communities through Rural Utilities Service (RUS) borrowers to be used for revolving loan funds for community facilities and infrastructure and for assistance in conjunction with rural economic development loans. Applications may be filed on any business day at state office and should include "Application for Federal Assistance" as well as other documentation. Contact state office for questions concerning the application process and for a list of required documentation. Borrower may not be delinquent on an Federal debt or in bankruptcy proceedings. Contact U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Business-Cooperative Service, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Room 5050 South Building, Washington, DC 20250; 202-690-4730; {www.rurdev.usda.gov/}.
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$750,000 Grant To Small Businesses To Commercialize Environmental And Energy Related Research
Supports creative advanced research in technical areas such as biological and environmental research, high energy and nuclear physics, fossil and fusion energy, and environmental management. that encourage the conversion of Government-funded research in a commercial application. Awards stimulate technological participation and innovation by small businesses as well as minority, disabled, and other disadvantaged individuals. Proposals are accepted on a solicitation only basis (see website above for calls for proposals). Support under the Small Business Innovative Research Program is normally provided for six months and up to $100,000 for Phase I projects (to explore the feasibility of innovative concepts) and two years and up to $750,000 for Phase II awards (principal research and development effort). Applications for both Phase I and Phase II grants should be mailed to the above address. A detailed online guide for application requirements and procedures can be found at: {sbir.er.doe.gov/sbir/Solicitations/FY%202001/2001.htm}. Unsolicited proposals will not be accepted. Only businesses that are independently owned, controlled, and operated for-profit and with 500 or less employees are eligible to apply. Each organization submitting a proposal must qualify as a small business for research and development purposes. The primary employment of the principal investigator must be with the small business at the time of the award. Contact U.S. Department of Energy, Robert Berger, Program Manager, U.S. Dept. of Energy, SBIR/STTR Program, SC-32, 19901 Germantown Road, Germantown, MD 20874; 301-903-1414; Fax: 301-903-5488; {sbir-strr@science.doe.gov}; {sbir.er.doe.gov/sbir}.
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$300,000 Grant To Small Businesses To Commercialize Scientific and Engineering Ideas
Supports creative advanced research in scientific and engineering areas that encourage the conversion of Government-funded research into a commercial application. Awards stimulate technological participation and innovation by small businesses as well as minority, disabled, and other disadvantaged individuals. Proposals are accepted on a solicitation only basis (see website for calls for proposals). Submission of NIST proposals should be sent in 6 copies to: ATTN: SBIR Proposals, U.S. Dept. of Commerce, NOAA, Contract Administration Branch, Code OFA613; 1305 East-West Highway, SSMC4, Station 7604; Silver Spring, MD 20910. A detailed online guide for application requirements and preparation procedures can be found at: {www.rdc.noaa.gov/~amd/sbir-01noaa.pdf}. Unsolicited proposals will not be accepted. Each organization submitting a proposal must qualify as a small business for research and development purposes. The primary employment of the principal investigator must be with the small business at the time of the award. Contact Department of Commerce, NOAA, Dr. Joseph M. Bishop, NOAA/SBIR Program Manager, SBIR Program Office; U.S. Dept. of Commerce/NOAA, 1315 East-West Highway, Room 11434, Silver Spring, MD 20910; 301-713-3565; Fax: 301-713-4100; {Joseph.bishop@noaa.gov}; {www.noaa.gov/sbir}.
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$200,000 To Operate A Farm Or Ranch
Assists operators of not larger than family farms to make efficient use of their land, labor, and other resources, and to establish and maintain financially viable farming and ranching operations. May be used to operate family-owned ranches and agricultural businesses and to purchase livestock, farm equipment, seed, chemicals, etc. as well as to make minor improvements to buildings, costs associated with land and water development and family assistance. National Office: USDA, Farm Service Agency; Box 0522; Washington, DC 20250. Applications should be mailed to local county office. Contact state office below for referral to county/regional. Must have education, training, and experience in managing/operating a farm; must be U.S citizen; must have acceptable credit history. If farm/ranch will be operated as a business entity, all members must be related by blood or marriage. Contact Farm Service Agency, U.S. Department of Agriculture, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20250; 202-720-7807; {www.fsa.usda.gov/}.
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$10,000,000 For Businesses In Small Towns
Helps create jobs and stimulates rural economies by providing financial backing for rural businesses. Provides guarantees up to 90 percent of a loan made by a commercial lender. Loan proceeds may be used for working capital, machinery and equipment, buildings and real estate, and certain types of refinancing. Beneficiaries include may include cooperatives. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, and, if corporations, at least 51% owned by such individuals. Contact U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Business-Cooperative Service, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Room 5050 South Building, Washington, DC 20250; 202-690-4730; {www.rurdev.usda.gov/}.
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$730,000 Grant To Small Businesses To Work On Military Related Ideas
Funds early-stage research and development projects of small companies that have the potential for commercialization in the private sector or U.S. military markets. The Army's Small Business Innovative Research Program is normally provided for six months and up to $70,000 for Phase I projects (for a feasibility study to evaluate the scientific and technical merit of an idea) and two years and up to $730,000 for Phase II awards (demonstration phase in which prototypes are built and tested). For general inquiries, contact the DoD SBIR Help Desk by phone (800-382-4634) or by email (sbirhelp@teltech.com). In addition to following DoD-wide instructions in the program solicitation, proposers must also follow the Army's instructions for submission of proposals. Specific requirements and guidelines can be found at the website listed below. Unsolicited proposals will not be accepted. Only businesses that are independently owned, controlled, and operated for-profit and with 500 or less employees are eligible to apply. Each organization submitting a proposal must qualify as a small business for research and development purposes. Only awardees in Phase I are eligible to participate in Phase II (by invitation only). Contact Department of Defense - U.S. Army, Dr. Kenneth A. Bannister, U.S. Army SBIR Program Manager, U.S. Army Research Office, Rm. 8N31, Army Material Command Bldg., 5001 Eisenhower Ave., Alexandria, VA 22333; 703-617-7425; Fax: 703-617-8274; {aro-sbir@hqamc.army.mil}; {www.aro.army.mil/arowash/rt/sbir.htm}.
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$500,000 Grant To Small Businesses To Commercialize Health Related Ideas
Funds joint venture innovative research opportunities for small business and the nation's premier non-profit research institutions. The purpose of this collaboration is to move ideas from the laboratory to the marketplace, to foster high-tech economic development and to address the technological needs of the Federal Government. NIH solicits proposals for biomedical and behavioral research and awards up to $100,000 for approximately one year for Phase I projects (the exploration of the scientific, technical and commercial feasibility of an idea) and up to $500,000 for up to two years for Phase II (development and commercialization of Phase I projects). Proposals may only be submitted in response to solicitations . See website below for current solicitations and deadlines. Applicants must be a small, American-owned and for-profit business of 500 or fewer employees (including subsidiaries and affiliates). The nonprofit research institution must also be located in the U.S. At least 40 percent of the research project is to be conducted by the small business concern and at least 30 percent of the work is to be conducted by the "partnering' research institution. Contact National Institutes of Health, Joanne Goodnight, Coordinator SBIR/STTR Programs, Office of Extramural Research - NIH, 6701 Rocklege Dr. RKLG II, Rm. 6186, Bethesda, MD 20892; 301-435-2688; Fax: 301-480-0146; {jg128w@nih.gov}; {grants.nih.gov/grants/funding/sbir.htm#sttr}.
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$500,000 Grant For Small Business To Work On Scientific Research With Non-Profit Organizations
Funds joint venture innovative research opportunities for small business and the nation's premier non-profit research institutions. The purpose of this collaboration is to move ideas from the laboratory to the marketplace, to foster high-tech economic development and to address the technological needs of the Federal Government. NSF awards up to $100,000 for approximately one year for Phase I projects (the exploration of the scientific, technical and commercial feasibility of an idea) and up to $500,000 for up to two years for Phase II (development and commercialization of Phase I projects). For specific reporting requirements and instructions for
completing proposal visit the following website: {www.eng.nsf.gov/sbirspecs/Reporting/reporting.htm}. For additional grant-writing guidance: {www.nsf.gov/cgi-bin/getpub?nsf012}. Proposals may only be submitted in response to solicitations . See website below for current solicitations and deadlines. Applicants must be a small, American-owned and for-profit business of 500 or fewer employees (including subsidiaries and affiliates). The nonprofit research institution must also be located in the U.S. At least 40 percent of the research project is to be conducted by the small business concern and at least 30 percent of the work is to be conducted by the "partnering' research institution. Contact National Science Foundation, Ritchie Coryell, Program Manager, 4201 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22230; 703-292-5111; Fax: 703-292-9057; {sbir@nsf.gov}; {www.nsf.gov}.
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$500,000 Grant To Small Businesses To Commercialize General Aviation Related Ideas
Funds joint venture innovative research opportunities for small business and the nation's premier non-profit research institutions. The purpose of this collaboration is to move ideas from the laboratory to the marketplace, to foster high-tech economic development and to address the technological needs of the Federal Government. NASA awards up to $100,000 for approximately one year for Phase I projects (the exploration of the scientific, technical and commercial feasibility of an idea) and up to $500,000 for up to two years for Phase II (development and commercialization of Phase I projects). For general questions or assistance contact NASA's STTR Help Desk at (301) 937-0888. Proposals may only be submitted in response to solicitations . See website below for current solicitations and deadlines. Applicants must be a small, American-owned and for-profit business of 500 or fewer employees (including subsidiaries and affiliates). The nonprofit research institution must also be located in the U.S. At least 40 percent of the research project is to be conducted by the small business concern and at least 30 percent of the work is to be conducted by the "partnering' research institution. Contact NASA, W. Paul Mexcur, Program Manager, Goddard Space Flight Center, Code 710, Greenbelt, MD 20771; 301-286-8888; Fax: 301-937-0204; {sbir@reisys.com}; {sbir.nasa.gov}.
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$2,000,000 Grant to Organizations In Small Towns Who Lend To Local Small Businesses
Finances business facilities and community development projects in rural areas through loans made to "intermediaries". Intermediaries re-lend funds to "ultimate recipients" for the establishment of new businesses, the expansion of existing businesses, creation of employment opportunities, saving of existing jobs, or community development projects. Intermediaries may be private non-profit corporations, public agencies, Indian groups, or cooperatives; ultimate recipients may be public or private organizations or individuals. Applications should be mailed to the above address. For regulations and application instructions contact the IRP representative listed below. The maximum loan to any one intermediary is $2 million with interest rate of 1% per annum. Intermediaries must not use IRP funds to finance more than 75% of the cost of an ultimate recipient's project or for a loan of more than $150,000 to one ultimate recipient. At least 51% of the owners or members of both intermediaries and ultimate recipients must be U.S. citizens and should be unable to obtain the proposed loan elsewhere at reasonable rates and terms. All of the IRP loan funds received by an intermediary must be reloaned to ultimate recipients. Contact U.S. Department of Agriculture, Rural Business-Cooperative Service, 1400 Independence Ave., SW, Room 5050 South Building, Washington, DC 20250; 202-690-4730; {www.rurdev.usda.gov/}.
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$500,000 Grant For Small Businesses To Commercialize Education Related Ideas
Funds joint venture innovative research opportunities for small business and the nation's premier non-profit research institutions. The purpose of this collaboration is to move ideas from the laboratory to the marketplace, to foster high-tech economic development and to address the technological needs of the Federal Government. DOE awards up to $100,000 for approximately nine months for Phase I projects (the exploration of the scientific, technical and commercial feasibility of an idea) and up to $500,000 for up to two years for Phase II (development and commercialization of Phase I projects). For specific reporting requirements and instructions for completing proposal visit the website below. Proposals may only be submitted in response to solicitations. See website below for current solicitations and deadlines. Applicants must be a small, American-owned and for-profit business of 500 or fewer employees (including subsidiaries and affiliates). The nonprofit research institution must also be located in the U.S. At least 40 percent of the research project is to be conducted by the small business concern and at least 30 percent of the work is to be conducted by the 'partnering' research institution. Contact Department of Education, Robert Berger, Program Manager, U.S. Dept. of Energy, SBIR/STTR Program SC-32, 19901 Germantown Rd., Germantown, MD 20874; 301-903-1414; Fax: 301-903-5488; {sbir-sttr@science.doe.gov}; {sbir.er.gov/sbir/Index.htm}.
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$300,000 Grant To Small Businesses To Work On Education Related Ideas
Provides grants to small business firms to support research in educational technology, science, or engineering with the goal of stimulating technological innovation in the private sector and strengthening the role of small business in meeting Federal research and development (R&D) needs. Support under the Dept. of Ed's Small Business Innovative Research Program is normally provided for six months and up to $60,000 for Phase I projects (for a feasibility study to evaluate the scientific and technical merit of an idea) and two years and up to $300,000 for Phase II awards (to expand the results of and further the development of Phase 1). Proposals are accepted on a solicitation only basis. The 2001 Dept. of Ed. SBIR Phase 1 solicitation will be announced on January 26, 2001. Up to date solicitation announcements and directions for submitting proposals are posted on the website listed below. Unsolicited proposals will not be accepted. Only businesses that are independently owned, controlled, and operated for-profit and with 500 or less employees are eligible to apply. Each organization submitting a proposal must qualify as a small business for research and development purposes. The primary employment of the principal investigator must be with the small business at the time of the award. A joint venture must provide documentation confirming that it can act as a single legal entity for purposes of a grant awarded under the SBIR program. Only awardees in Phase I are eligible to participate in Phase II (by invitation only). Contact U.S. Department of Education, Lee Eiden, Program Coordinator, Room 508D, Capitol Place, 555 New Jersey Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20208; 202-219-2004; {Lee_Eiden@ed.gov}; {www.ed.gov/offices/OERI/SBIR}.
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$500,000 Grant For Small Businesses To Work On Defense Related Research
Funds joint venture innovative research opportunities for small business and the nation's premier non-profit research institutions. The purpose of this collaboration is to move ideas from the laboratory to the marketplace, to foster high-tech economic development and to address the technological needs of the Federal Government. he Navy's Small Business Technology Transfer Program is normally provided for up to one year and up to $100,000 for Phase I projects (for a feasibility study to evaluate the scientific and technical merit of an idea) and for two years and up to $500,000 for Phase II awards (development and commercialization of Phase I projects). In addition to following DoD-wide instructions in the program solicitation, proposers must also follow the Navy's instructions for submission of proposals. Specific requirements and guidelines can be found at the website listed below. Proposals may only be submitted in response to solicitations . See website below for current solicitations and deadlines. Applicants must be a small, American-owned and for-profit business of 500 or fewer employees (including subsidiaries and affiliates). The nonprofit research institution must also be located in the U.S. At least 40 percent of the research project is to be conducted by the small business concern and at least 30 percent of the work is to be conducted by the "partnering' research institution. Contact Department of Defense - NAVY, John Williams, Program Manager, Office of Naval Research, ONR 364SBIR, Ballston Tower #2, Rm. 106, 800 N. Quincey St., Arlington, VA 22203; 703-696-0342; Fax: 703-696-4884; {williajr@onr.navy.mil}; {www.onr.navy.mil/sbir}.
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$500,000 For Women-Owned And Minority Businesses To Get Government Contracts
Assists minority-owned, women-owned and other disadvantaged business enterprises to obtain working capital to perform transportation related contracts for the Department of Transportation. Applications are submitted to a participating bank. For a list of participating banks see OSDBU website below. Applicants must have a transportation related contract and must be certified as a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise by any agency applying DOT certification guidelines or by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Funds are limited to short term costs of contracts being financed and are not available for refinancing of existing debt; contract mobilization; equipment or other long term uses. Contact U.S. DOT, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization, Jerry Franco, Program Manager, Office of Small and Disadvan. Bus. Utilization S40, 400 7th St., SW, Rm. 9410, Washington, DC 20590; 202-366-1930; Fax: 202-366-7538; {osdbuweb.dot.gov/business/mp/mktpkg10.html}.
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$500,000 Grant For Small Businesses To Work On Defense Related Research
Funds joint venture innovative research opportunities for small business and the nation's premier non-profit research institutions. The purpose of this collaboration is to move ideas from the laboratory to the marketplace, to foster high-tech economic development and to address the technological needs of the Federal Government. The Army's Small Business Technology Transfer Program is normally provided for up to one year and up to $100,000 for Phase I projects (for a feasibility study to evaluate the scientific and technical merit of an idea) and for two years and up to $500,000 for Phase II awards (development and commercialization of Phase I projects). In addition to following DoD-wide instructions in the program solicitation, proposers must also follow the Army's instructions for submission of proposals. Specific requirements and guidelines can be found at the website listed below. Proposals may only be submitted in response to solicitations . See website below for current solicitations and deadlines. Applicants must be a small, American-owned and for-profit business of 500 or fewer employees (including subsidiaries and affiliates). The nonprofit research institution must also be located in the U.S. At least 40 percent of the research project is to be conducted by the small business concern and at least 30 percent of the work is to be conducted by the "partnering' research institution. Contact Department of Defense - ARMY, Dr. Frank Hurley, Program Manager, U.S. Army Research Office, Attn: STTR-2001 P.O. Box 12211, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709; 919-549-4322; Fax: 919-549-4248; {hurley@arl.aro.army.mil}; {www.aro.army.mil/arowash/rt/}.
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$600,000 Grant To Small Businesses To Commercialize Military Technology
Funds early-stage research and development projects of small companies that have the potential for commercialization in the private sector or U.S. military markets. The Navy's Small Business Innovative Research Program is normally provided for six months and up to $70,000 for Phase I projects (for a feasibility study to evaluate the scientific and technical merit of an idea) and two years and up to $600,000 for Phase II awards (demonstration phase in which prototypes are built and tested). For general inquiries, contact the DoD SBIR Help Desk by phone (800-382-4634) or by email (sbirhelp@teltech.com). In addition to following DoD-wide instructions in the program solicitation, proposers must also follow the Navy's instructions for submission of proposals. Specific requirements and guidelines can be found at the website listed below. Unsolicited proposals will not be accepted. Only businesses that are independently owned, controlled, and operated for-profit and with 500 or less employees are eligible to apply. Each organization submitting a proposal must qualify as a small business for research and development purposes. Only awardees in Phase I are eligible to participate in Phase II (by invitation only). Contact Department of Defense - U.S. Navy, Vincent Schaper, Navy SBIR Program Manager, Office of Naval Research (ONR 362), 800 N. Quincey Street, BCT #1, Room 633, Arlington, VA 22217; 703-696-8528; Fax: 703-696-4884; {Schapev@onr.nay.mil}; {www.navysbir.brtrc.com/index.htm}.
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$500,000 Grant To Small Businesses To Work On Missile Technology
Funds early stage research and development by small businesses that support BMDO's mission of developing innovative technology for the purpose of enabling a defense against missiles in flight. BMDO's Small Business Innovative Research Program typically provides up to $60,000 over the course of six months for Phase I projects (for a feasibility study to evaluate the scientific and technical merit of an idea) and up to $500,000 over the course of two years for Phase II awards (demonstration phase in which prototypes are built and tested). For general inquiries, contact the DoD SBIR Help Desk by phone (800-382-4634) or by email (sbirhelp@teltech.com). In addition to following DoD-wide instructions in the program solicitation, proposers must also follow BMDO's instructions for submission of proposals. Specific requirements and guidelines can be found at the website listed below. Unsolicited proposals will not be accepted. Only businesses that are independently owned, controlled, and operated for-profit and with 500 or less employees are eligible to apply. Each organization submitting a proposal must qualify as a small business for research and development purposes. The primary employment of the principal investigator must be with the small business at the time of the award. A joint venture must provide documentation confirming that it can act as a single legal entity for purposes of a grant awarded under the SBIR program. Only awardees in Phase I are eligible to participate in Phase II (by invitation only). Contact Department of Defense - BMDO (Ballistic Missile Defense Organization), Jeff Bond, SBIR Program Manager, Ballistic Missile Defense Organization, 1725 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Suite 809, Arlington, VA 22202; 703-604-3538; Fax: 703-604-3956; {jeff.bond@bmdo.osd.mil}; {www.winbmdo.com}.
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$500,000 Grant For Small Businesses To Work On Research With Non-Profit Organizations
Funds joint venture innovative research opportunities for small business and the nation's premier non-profit research institutions. The purpose of this collaboration is to move ideas from the laboratory to the marketplace, to foster high-tech economic development and to address the technological needs of the Federal Government. The BMDO's Small Business Technology Transfer Program is normally provided for one year and up to $100,000 for Phase I projects (for a feasibility study to evaluate the scientific and technical merit of an idea) and for two years and up to $500,000 for Phase II awards (development and commercialization of Phase I projects). In addition to following DoD-wide instructions in the program solicitation, proposers must also follow the BMDO's instructions for submission of proposals. Specific requirements and guidelines can be found at the website listed above. For administrative help with the BMDO's STTR application process call 800-937-3150. Proposals may only be submitted in response to solicitations . See website below for current solicitations and deadlines. Applicants must be a small, American-owned and for-profit business of 500 or fewer employees (including subsidiaries and affiliates). The nonprofit research institution must also be located in the U.S. At least 40 percent of the research project is to be conducted by the small business concern and at least 30 percent of the work is to be conducted by the "partnering' research institution. Contact Department of Defense - Ballistic Missile Defense Organization (BMDO), Jeff Bond, Program Manager, Ballistic Missile Defense Organization, Attn: Bond, 1725 Jefferson Davis Hwy., Suite 809, Arlington, VA 22202; 703-697-3699; Fax: 703-695-5724; {jeff.bond@bmdo.osd.mil}; {www.winbmdo.com}.
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$750,000 Grant To Small Businesses To Commercialize Military Technology
Funds early-stage research and development projects of small companies that have the potential for commercialization in the private sector or U.S. military markets. The Air Force's Small Business Innovative Research Program is normally provided for nine months and up to $100,000 for Phase I projects (for a feasibility study to evaluate the scientific and technical merit of an idea) and two years and up to $750,000 for Phase II awards (demonstration phase in which prototypes are built and tested). For general inquiries, contact the DoD SBIR Help Desk by phone (800-382-4634) or by email (sbirhelp@teltech.com). In addition to following DoD-wide instructions in the program solicitation, proposers must also follow the Air Force's instructions for submission of proposals. Specific requirements and guidelines can be found at the website listed above. For general information or questions regarding Air Force SBIR topics write sbir-hq@afrl.af.mil or call 800-222-0336. Unsolicited proposals will not be accepted. Only businesses that are independently owned, controlled, and operated for-profit and with 500 or less employees are eligible to apply. Each organization submitting a proposal must qualify as a small business for research and development purposes. Only awardees in Phase I are eligible to participate in Phase II (by invitation only). Contact Department of Defense - Air Force, Stephen Guilfoos, SBIR Program Manager, AFRL/XPTT, 1864 4th Street, Suite 1, Wright-Patterson, AFB, OH 45433; 937-656-9021; Fax: 937-255-2329; {Stephen.guilfoos@afrl.af.mil}; {www.afrl.af.mil/sbir/index.htm}.
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$750,000 Grant To Small Businesses To Work On Defense Techology Related Ideas
Funds early stage research and development by small businesses that support DARPA's mission of advancing state-of-the-art defense technology, and that have a strong likelihood of being successfully marketed commercially. DARPA's Small Business Innovative Research Program typically provides up to $99,000 over the course of nine months for Phase I projects (for a feasibility study to evaluate the scientific and technical merit of an idea) and up to $750,000 over the course of two years for Phase II awards (demonstration phase in which prototypes are built and tested). For general inquiries, contact the DoD SBIR Help Desk by phone (800-382-4634) or by email (sbirhelp@teltech.com). In addition to following DoD-wide instructions in the program solicitation, proposers must also follow DARPA's instructions for submission of proposals. Specific requirements and guidelines can be found at the website listed below. Unsolicited proposals will not be accepted. Only businesses that are independently owned, controlled, and operated for-profit and with 500 or less employees are eligible to apply. Each organization submitting a proposal must qualify as a small business for research and development purposes. Only awardees in Phase I are eligible to participate in Phase II (by invitation only). Contact Department of Defense - DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Agency), Connie Jacobs, SBIR Program Manager, Contracts Management Office - DARPA, 3701 North Fairfax Drive, Arlington, VA 22203; 703-526-4162; Fax: 703-841-5158 {cjacobs@darpa.mil}; {www.darpa.mil/sbir/}.
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$500,000 Grant To Small Businesses To Work On Imagery Related Ideas
Funds early stage research and development by small businesses that support NIMAs mission to provide timely, relevant, and accurate imagery, imagery intelligence, and geospatial information in support of national security objectives. NIMA's Small Business Innovative Research Program typically provides up to $100,000 over the course of nine months for Phase I projects (for a feasibility study to evaluate the scientific and technical merit of an idea) and up to $500,000 over the course of two years for Phase II awards (demonstration phase in which prototypes are built and tested). For general inquiries, contact the DoD SBIR Help Desk by phone (800-382-4634) or by email (sbirhelp@teltech.com). In addition to following DoD-wide instructions in the program solicitation, proposers must also follow NIMA's instructions for submission of proposals. Specific requirements and guidelines can be found at the website listed below. General questions about NIMA's SBIR program may also be sent to {sbir@nima.mil}. Unsolicited proposals will not be accepted. Only businesses that are independently owned, controlled, and operated for-profit and with 500 or less employees are eligible to apply. Each organization submitting a proposal must qualify as a small business for research and development purposes. Only awardees in Phase I are eligible to participate in Phase II (by invitation only). Contact Department of Defense - NIMA (National Imagery and Mapping Agency), Dr. Kathleen Morrish, SBIR Program Manager, 12310 Sunrise Valley Drive, Mail Stop P-53, Reston, VA 20191; 703-262-4557; Fax: 703-262-4588; {morrishk@nima.mil}; {www.nima.mil}.
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$750,000 Grant To Small Businesses To Work On Ideas For The Defense Department
Funds early stage research and development by small businesses that support USSOCOM's mission of developing and acquiring unique special o