Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program

The primary mission of the FAST program is to strengthen the technological competitiveness of small businesses in the United States. The FAST program provides yearly funding to eligible organizations to execute state-based programs, which may also collaborate regionally, that raise awareness of the SBIR/STTR programs, educate small businesses on new and ongoing program requirements, increase application submission and awards, and reach all eligible small businesses.

Program Details

Small Business Administration is a federal agency that offers the Federal and State Technology (FAST) Partnership Program grant program to support sbir sttr. This funding opportunity is available nationally and is administered by Small Business Administration through Grants.gov. Organizations seeking funding for sbir sttr should review the details below and confirm their eligibility before preparing an application.

Eligibility

Eligible applicants include eligible organizations. Organizations that meet the eligibility criteria are encouraged to apply and to review the full program guidelines before submission. Because eligibility rules and funding priorities can change between cycles, applicants should always confirm the current requirements with Small Business Administration or on Grants.gov before investing time in an application.

Funding and Timeline

Funding available: $1 – $180K. The application deadline is July 22, 2026 (3 days remaining). Applicants should allow sufficient time to gather required documentation, including organizational information, project descriptions, budgets, and supporting materials as specified in the program guidelines. Submitting a complete application well ahead of the deadline reduces the risk of disqualification on technical or administrative grounds.

Program Focus

This grant supports sbir sttr. This grant is associated with NAICS industry classifications: 541611, 541990, 541715. Organizations operating in these sectors are encouraged to review eligibility. Funded projects are expected to demonstrate measurable outcomes aligned with the program's stated objectives. Grant recipients may be required to submit progress reports and final evaluations as a condition of the award, and to retain records for audit and compliance purposes.

How to Apply

Eligible organizations can apply through Grants.gov. Create a free organization profile on GrantRegister to see whether this grant matches your organization's NAICS code, entity type, location, and focus area, and to receive a weekly digest of every open grant you qualify for.

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Eligibility

• Funded by SBA
• Programs related to sbir

Award details

Award range: $1 – $180K. Applications close on July 22, 2026 (3 days remaining).

Categories

Sbir Sttr