NCI SBIR Contracts
A contract is a legal agreement that has defined requirements, specific deliverables, and a set schedule. The NCI SBIR Contract Solicitation is a funding opportunity that is available once a year.
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Current NCI SBIR Contract Solicitation
View the current year's NCI SBIR Contract solicitation and NCI-defined topics.
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Past Contract Topics
View past contract topics that have been awarded contract funding over the past several years.
Key aspects of the NCI SBIR Contract funding
Scope of the Proposal |
Defined by NIH |
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Peer review focus |
NCI Division of Extramural Activities (target 50% business reviewers) |
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Questions |
Must contact the contracting officer |
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Receipt dates |
Only ONCE per year |
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Setting-aside of funds for particular areas? |
Yes |
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Basis for award |
If proposal scores well during peer review, must then negotiate with NIH to finalize deliverables/p> |
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Reporting |
One final report (Phase I); Kickoff presentation, quarterly progress and final reports |
Evaluation
Contracts are awarded based on the best value, which considers all factors based on the relative importance. The evaluation factors include:
- Technical criteria
- Cost
- Past performance
- Small, disadvantaged business participation
As part of the technical evaluation, independent peer reviewers weigh factors such as:
- Technical approach
- Personnel
- Facilities
Regulations
Policies and regulations for acquisition by all executive agencies are codified in the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
Program Contact
For more information, contact Rosemary Hamill at ncioasbir@mail.nih.gov.