The 2012 National SBIR/STTR Conference that was held in Portland, OR, November 13-15 was replete with information about all aspects of the SBIR/STTR program, from SBIR basics for newbies to extended agency overviews and sector specific presentations. The topic that many attendees were most anxious to learn about was progress in the implementation of the various changes to SBIR/STTR as a result of the recent program reauthorization.
Changes resulting from reauthorization are being phased in, with some already in effect and others that will be implemented throughout 2013. Probably the most challenging aspect of reauthorization is that the 11 agencies have a lot of latitude in how, and in some cases if, they adopt many of the various provisions included in the legislation. What does that mean for SBIR/STTR applicants? It means that you MUST refer to upcoming agency-specific solicitations to see what changes will be applied and how! And it means communication with relevant agency personnel can be key to your success in understanding and responding to the various changes as they are released.
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