TL;DR:
Business Oregon offers up to $5,000 through its Phase 0 and 00 Application Support Grants to help Oregon-based companies prepare competitive SBIR/STTR proposals. These funds can be used for expert support on Phase I, Phase II, or Fast-Track applications.
Writing a Federal Proposal? Oregon Offers Funding to Do It Right
Crafting a strong SBIR or STTR proposal takes more than a promising idea. Federal reviewers expect technical clarity, feasibility evidence, and well-structured narratives. That’s why Business Oregon created its Phase 0 and Phase 00 Application Support Grants, to give Oregon innovators a real shot at winning.
Through this program, Oregon-based companies applying for SBIR/STTR funding can receive up to $5,000 to secure professional proposal development services. Whether you’re targeting a Phase I, Phase II, or Fast-Track opportunity, this state-backed support helps raise your application to the federal standard.
A Portland-based cleantech startup recently tapped Oregon’s $5,000 Phase 0/00 Grant to hire a professional SBIR grant consultant. With expert guidance on technical writing and budget compliance, the team submitted a polished, competitive proposal on time.
Improve Proposal Quality, Increase Your Likelihood of Funding
These grants offer more than just cash, they fund impact. Business Oregon’s program allows recipients to access services like technical editing, budget planning, and compliance checks. That preparation has paid off: grantees have won approximately $10 million in federal SBIR/STTR awards, backed by just $280,000 in state investment.
The takeaway is clear. When companies invest in quality, results follow. Business Oregon is making that investment easier and more accessible to those doing the real work of innovation in the state.
Don’t Risk Missing Out on Federal Dollars Due to a Weak Proposal
Failure to secure proposal support can mean missed deadlines, unclear scope, or unconvincing budgets—all of which are reasons reviewers say no. That’s the gap that this grant program is built to close.
It’s not a question of your innovation’s worth, but of how effectively you can communicate its value to federal funders. These grants ensure that the structure and strategy of your proposal match the strength of your research.
Rolling Applications Mean You Can Start When You’re Ready
Business Oregon reviews Phase 0 and 00 grant applications on a rolling basis, allowing companies to align the support with their internal planning and agency deadlines. Whether you’re preparing a first-time Phase I application or advancing to Phase II, there’s no need to delay.
Interested companies should contact Mark Brady (mark.brady@biz.oregon.gov) to learn more about program details and confirm eligibility.
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We assist our clients in locating, applying for, and evaluating the outcomes of non-dilutive grant funding. We believe non-dilutive funding is a crucial tool for mitigating investment risks, and we are dedicated to guiding our clients through the entire process—from identifying the most suitable opportunities to submitting and managing grant applications.