KEY DETAILS
Strategic Breakthrough (SBT) accelerates proven SBIR/STTR technologies from successful Phase II development to operational use. It combines government and private-sector investment to deliver mature solutions addressing critical defense needs.
ELIGIBILITY
Successful Phase II performance
Validated operational need
Strong acquisition interest
Credible transition and commercialization strategy
FUNDING
Federal award of up to $30 million
Required 1:1 funding match
At least 20% of the match from non-SBIR/STTR Department of War program funding
Up to 80% of the match from private investment or other eligible non-SBIR/STTR federal funding
PERFORMANCE
Up to 48 months