Technical & Business Assistance (TABA)

Accelerating the Path from Technology to Commercial Success

Free, expert support to help SBIR/STTR-funded startups turn technology into real-world businesses.

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Trusted by SBIR/STTR awardees scaling their technology with grant-backed expert support across business, commercial, and technical development.

What FedTech clients and partners say

"With the help of FedTech, we’re providing tools to accelerate commercialization of NASA technologies while potentially helping create new businesses in Ohio and across the country."

NASA
A NASA T2X Executive
 NASA

"It’s an engaging, highly innovative program. The benefit for Carderock is that we're exposing our scientists and engineers to a new way of thinking about how they interact with companies and get their technology to the point where it's usable by the Navy."

U.S. Navy
A Naval Surface Warfare Center Official
U.S. Navy

"FedTech's expertise in technology transfer and commercialization has been a game-changer for our innovation initiatives."

U.S. Army
An xTech Accelerator Official
U.S. Army

"As someone who was born and raised here, and who has spent a long time working in technology, economic development, and community-building—it’s incredibly exciting to see a program like this taking shape locally. To my knowledge, nothing like this has ever been rolled out in my home county before. It’s great to see the direction things are heading."

Tommy Luginbill - FedTech Advisor
Montgomery County, MD Technology Innovation Fund and Montgomery County, MD Founders Fund
Tommy Luginbill - FedTech Advisor

"FedTech was vital to refining Neurable's presentation, narrative, and overall understanding of how to work with the DoD. But most excitingly, we've accepted for our very first Phase II [SBIR]! This is a direct result of our most recent Phase I engagement with FedTech and I am beyond thankful"

Neurable
NSIN Foundry Alumni Company and SBIR Recipient
Neurable

"From day one, this community has believed in our mission and pushed us to execute with precision. Thank you to the entire FedTech team for the incubation, the continued support, and the doors you consistently help open."

John B. Sanwo
Founder, WearableDose
John B. Sanwo

FedTech’s Technical and Business Assistance (TABA) services provide strategic business support at no cost to founders to Phase I and II SBIR/STTR awardees.

Our experts help you develop commercialization strategies, establish your business foundations, and position your company for lasting market success.

Designed to Support Commercialization

TABA helps SBIR/STTR awardees bridge the gap between research and market readiness by funding or enabling access to expert services that support technology commercialization.

Flexible Funding Through Federal Agencies

Support is delivered in one of two ways: federal agencies may directly fund approved vendors on behalf of small businesses, or provide additional funding so companies can independently contract consultants and service providers.

Eligibility and Provider Access

FedTech is the preferred TABA provider for Army Phase I & II SBIR/STTR and NOAA Phase II awardees. If you did not request TABA during your proposal stage, you may still be eligible. However, companies applying for SBIR/STTR funding must request TABA and specify their preferred provider at the time of application submission.

We’re here to  to support you along your journey

Our in-house experts bring deep experience from academia, research, and military backgrounds, complemented by a network of highly qualified advisors and seasoned entrepreneurs.

Together, we help accelerate your business development and transition your technology from innovation to adoption.

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We partner closely with SBIR/STTR awardees, offering personalized, one-on-one guidance and tailored support designed specifically for your company’s unique needs.

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Market Research
and Strategy

Regulatory
Assistance

IP Strategy
Support

Compliance Advisory
Services

Other customized services designed to meet your specific needs

Our partners

SBIR/STTR Phase I & II
Preferred Provider SBIR/STTR Phase I & II
Preferred Provider SBIR/STTR Phase II
SBIR/STTR Phase I & II
SBIR/STTR Phase I & II
SBIR/STTR Phase I & II

Testimonials

“...thank you so much for the help in refining Neurable's presentation, narrative, and overall understanding of how to work with the DoD… But most excitingly... I wanted to let you all know that we were accepted for our very first Phase 2! This is a direct result from our most recent Phase 1 engagement and I am beyond thankful.”

Neurable

Army SBIR Ph I SBIR Awardee

“The work done by FedTech far surpasses what we have received previously by any other TABA provider. Both the quality and sheer quantity of information provided in the final report will be extremely valuable as we continue to carry out our Phase II efforts. We cannot thank you enough and truly hope we have the opportunity to use your services in the future.”

Design Interactive

Army Ph II SBIR Awardee

Frequently asked questions

What is TABA (Technical and Business Assistance)?

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TABA is funding attached to an SBIR/STTR award that lets a small business access expert commercialization help — market research, IP strategy, regulatory navigation, and customer discovery — without drawing down its core R&D budget.

Who is eligible for TABA funding?

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Small businesses with an active SBIR or STTR award are generally eligible. TABA usually must be requested, and some agencies ask you to name a preferred provider at application time.

Which agencies offer TABA, and where is FedTech a preferred provider?

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Most SBIR/STTR agencies offer TABA. FedTech is the preferred TABA provider for the U.S. Army (Phase I and II) and NOAA (Phase II), and delivers TABA services across other agencies as well.

How much TABA funding is available?

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The amount varies by agency and phase. See the relevant agency solicitation for current figures.

How do I request TABA with FedTech?

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Request TABA in your SBIR/STTR application and name FedTech as your provider, or contact us if you already hold an award — many awardees remain eligible after the proposal stage.

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