Although there are pending revisions to the SBIR/STTR Policy Directive, SBA doesn't anticipate changes to this collection.
Inventory as of this Action
Requested
Previously Approved
01/31/2019
36 Months From Approved
01/31/2016
14,500
0
13,500
49,500
0
62,370
0
0
0
The Small Business Act, as amended by the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR)and Small Business Technology Transfer Program (STTR)Reauthorization Act of 2011, requires SBA to collect regarding the SBIR and STTR awards made by the federal agencies that participate in those programs. SBA is required to maintain this information in searchable electronic databases and also to report the information to Congress annually.
US Code:
15 USC 638k
Name of Law: Small Business Act
On behalf of this Federal agency, I certify that the collection of information encompassed by this request complies with 5 CFR 1320.9 and the related provisions of 5 CFR 1320.8(b)(3).
The following is a summary of the topics, regarding the proposed collection of information, that the certification covers:
(i) Why the information is being collected;
(ii) Use of information;
(iii) Burden estimate;
(iv) Nature of response (voluntary, required for a benefit, or mandatory);
(v) Nature and extent of confidentiality; and
(vi) Need to display currently valid OMB control number;
If you are unable to certify compliance with any of these provisions, identify the item by leaving the box unchecked and explain the reason in the Supporting Statement.