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Business
Assistance in New York
If you own a business in New York and were effected by the terrorists
attacks, contact he Mayor's Hotline at 718-403-2220; or the Economic Development
corporation Hotline at 718-30-2457 or 800-456-8369. These offices can
answer your business questions, and direct you to various forms of assistance
for which you may qualify. Public financial assistance for businesses
will be posted on the New York City website at {www.nyc.gov}.
Private emergency funding is being handled through the New York City Investment
Fund, One Battery Park Plaza, 5th Floor, New York, NY 10004; 212-493-7548;
{www.nycif.org}.
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Help
For Your Business
The U.S. Small Business Assistance offers a wide range of disaster recovery
financial assistance. Programs include: Home Disaster Loans, Business
Physical Disaster Loans, and Economic Injury Disaster Loans. The filing
deadline for physical damage to homes, personal property and businesses
in November 10, 2001. For economic injury loans, the filing deadline is
June 11, 2002. In New York offices have been set up at 80 Pine St., and
633 3rd Avenue. For more information contact U.S. Small Business Administration;
800-659-2955; {www.sba.gov/disaster/newyorkfires.html}.
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Free
Money to Help Start a Business!
IdeaCafe offers $1000 Pilot Grants to small business owners and entrepreneurial startups of all kinds.
For more information contact Idea Cafe's Pilot Grant; {http://businessownersideacafe.com/small_business_grants};
{E-mail: chef@businessownersideacafe.com}; {http://businessownersideacafe.com/small_business_grants}.
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Loans
For Your Business After A Disaster
Businesses of all sizes as well as private, non-profit organizations may
apply for up to $1.5 million from the Small Business Administration (SBA)
to repair or replace damaged real and personal property, such as machinery,
equipment, inventory, furniture and fixtures. Small businesses and small
agricultural cooperatives that do not have credit available from non-government
sources may apply for SBA's Economic Injury Disaster Loans up to $1.5
million to provide working capital to meet obligations until normal operations
resume. The total loan amount to any one business entity (including affiliates)
for a combined Physical and Economic Injury Disaster Loan may not exceed
$1.5 million. Contact SBA, 26 Federal Plaza # 3100, New York, NY 10278;
212-264-4354; {www.sba.gov/disaster}.
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$150,000
In Down Payment Money To Become a Farmer or Rancher
Assists beginning farmers and ranchers to purchase a farm or ranch. Also
provides a means for retiring farmers to transfer their land to a future
generation. Applications should be mailed to local county office. Contact
state office for referral to county/regional office. Loans are for 30%
of purchase price or appraised value, whichever is lower (up to $250,000).
Applicant must make a cash down payment of at least 10% of the purchase
price. 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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$500,000
Grant To Small Businesses To Work On Scientific And Engineering Ideas
Supports high quality projects on important scientific, engineering, or
science/engineering education problems and opportunities with potential
for significant commercial and public benefit. Awards stimulate 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). Support under the Small
Business Innovative Research Program is normally provided for six months
and up to $100,000 for Phase I projects (experimental or theoretical investigation
on the proposed research or activity)) and two years and up to $500,000
for Phase II awards (principal research and development effort). Only
a NSF SBIR Phase 1 grantee who successfully completes a Phase 1 project
and submits an acceptable Phase 1 Final Report is eligible to submit a
Phase II proposal. 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. Socially and economically
disadvantaged small business concerns and women-owned businesses are particularly
encouraged to propose. 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 National Science Foundation, Ritchie
Coryell, Program Manager, National Science Foundation, SBIR Program, 4201
Wilson Blvd., Room 550, Arlington, VA 22230; 703-306-1391; Fax: 703-292-9057;
{sbir@nsf.gov}; {www.eng.nsf.gov/sbir}.
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$500,000
For Native Americans To Start Or Expand A Business
Guaranteed loans to stimulate and increase Indian entrepreneurship and
employment through establishment, acquisition, or expansion of Indian-owned
economic enterprises. Borrowers will work directly with the lenders. Upon
lender's approval of an application for guaranteed loan, the lender will
request a loan guaranty from B.I.A. office where the business is located.
The Eastern Regional Credit Office serves all East Coast states. Contact
regional office for assistance in filing loan guaranty application or
to obtain other technical assistance. Borrower must be a federally recognized
tribe or Alaska Native group, member of such tribe or group or an Indian-owned
organization. The business must be located on or near a reservation or
recognized service area and contribute to the economy of the reservation.
A minimum of 20% equity, in either cash and/or unencumbered assets to
be used in the business being financed, is required. Contact Bureau of
Indian Affairs, Dept. of the Interior, John Fitzpatrick, Processor, Eastern
Region Credit Office, 3701 N Fairfax Drive, Suite 260, Fairfax, VA 22203;
703-235-5565; Fax: 703-235-5565; {www.doi.gov/bureau-indian-affairs.html}.
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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 encourages the conversion of Government-funded research o 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-01nist.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, National Institute of Standards and Technology, J. Terry Lynch,
SBIR Program Coordinator, U.S. Department of Commerce; North Campus, Bldg.
820, Rm.306; 820 West Diamond Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20899; 301-975-4517;
Fax: 301-548-0624; {JTLynch@nist.gov};
{www.nist.gov/sbir}.
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$750,000
0% Interest Loans To Utility Companies In Small Towns Who Help Small Businesses
Provides zero interest loans to Rural Service Utilities (RUS) funded telephone
and electric utilities to provide economic development and job creation
projects including but not limited to: project feasibility studies, start
up costs, and incubator projects. Promotes projects that will result in
a sustainable increase in the productivity of economic resources in rural
areas and thereby lead to a higher level of income for rural citizens.
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 should not
be delinquent on an Federal debt or in bankruptcy proceedings. A project
will not be selected unless supplemental funding is provided in an amount
equaling at least 20 percent of the amount of the zero-interest loan funds
provided by Rural Business Service. Repayment term, including any principal
deferment period, will not exceed 10 years. 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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$200,000
In Low Interest Loans For Small Farmers And Ranchers
To aid operators of not larger than family sized farms in obtaining credit
when they are temporarily unable to project positive cash flow without
a reduction in the interest rate. Assistance extends for up to ten years
or life of loan. Expires 9/30/03. Application should be sent to local
office. Contact federal office above for referral to state/local office.
st meet eligibility for guaranteed loan. 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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$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 operations
forces equipment, material, supplies, and services. USSOCOM's Small Business
Innovative Research Program typically provides up to $100,000 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 $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 USSOCOM'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 - USSOCOM (United
States Special Operations Command), Karen L. Pera, SBIR Program Coordinator,
U.S. Special Operations Command, 7701 Tampa Point Blvd. SOAL-KS, MacDill
AFB, FL 33621; 813-840-5514; Fax: 813-840-5481; {Perak@sosom.mil};
{www.socom.mil}.
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$750,000
Grant To Small Businesses To Work On Health Related Ideas
Supports creative advanced research in the biomedical or behavioral research
areas 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 below 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 address listed below. A
detailed online guide for application requirements and procedures can
be found at: {grants.nih.gov/grants/funding/sbirgrantsmanship.pdf}.
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 the Department of Health and Human Services
- National Institutes of Health, Bruce Butram, Grants Management Officer,
Center for Scientific Research, NIH, 6701 Rockledge Dr., Rm. 1040-MSC
7710, Bethesda, MD 20892; 301-435-0715; Fax: 301-480-1987; {grantsinfo@nih.gov};
{grants.nih.gov/grants/funding/sbir.htm}.
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$500,000
Low Interest Loan To Apple Producers
Provides loans to apple producers who are suffering hardships due to low
prices. Pays costs associated with reorganizing a farm to improve profitability,
purchase equipment, make capital improvements, refinance debt, pay annual
operating expenses, or acquire, enlarge, or lease a farm. Eligible applicants
may obtain loans up to $300 per acre of apple trees in production in 1999
or 2000, up to a maximum of $500,000. Maximum repayment term is 3 years,
and the interest rate is based on government borrowing costs. Applications
may be mailed to address below or submitted to local FSA Office. Contact
state office listed below for referral to appropriate regional/county
office. Applicant must have produced apples for market in either 1999
or 2000, with a minimum of 10 acres in production in either of those years.
Applicant must have acceptable credit history and demonstrate the ability
to repay the loan. Contact Farm Service Agency, U.S. Department of Agriculture,
Carolyn Prince, Program Manager, 8335 Guilford Rd., Suite E, Columbia,
MD 21046; 410-381-4550; Fax: 410-962-4860; {Maryland.state@bbs.usda.gov};
{www.fsa.usda.gov/pas/publications/facts/html/apple00.htm}.
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Help
for Employers Dealing With WTC Tragedy
Safe
Horizon, New York City's leading victim assistance organization since
1978, is continuing their mission to provide support, prevent violence,
and promote justice for victims of crime and abuse, their families and
communities by responding the special needs of the victims of the World
Trade Center Tragedy. Safe Horizons is offering assistance to businesses
and organizations whose employees are experiencing trauma and other related
issues as a result of the attack. Their Trained Crisis response Teams
are available to meet with staff, provide group support sessions, and
consult with human resource professionals regarding counseling and referrals
to additional health and practical services. Contact Safe Horizon, 800-621-HOPE;
212-577-7777; {http://www.safehorizon.org/}.
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Lack
Funds, Credit? Try Bartering!
The Manhattan-based company, Barter Advantage Inc., has offered companies
affected by the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center the opportunity
to barter for equipment or servi |