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Amends subsection 9(r) of 15 U.S.C. 638 by modifying the heading: (1) inserting additional text into the subsection heading (specified as inserted after a semicolon); and (2) inserting additional text into the heading for paragraph (4) (specified as inserted after a period).
Inserts additional language before the final period of subsection 9(j)(4) of 15 U.S.C. 638 (inserted text not shown in the provided section).
Modifies subsection 9(r)(4) by removing terminal punctuation in subparagraphs (A) and (B) and adding new subparagraphs (C) and (D). New (C) requires reporting to the Administrator on actions by the Federal agency or Federal prime contractor to develop simplified and standardized procedures and model contracts for Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III SBIR awards. New (D) requires issuance of standardized solicitation provisions and contract clauses providing clear guidance on information that small business concerns participating in SBIR or STTR programs must provide for market research or to establish Phase III eligibility.
Adds a new paragraph (5) to 15 U.S.C. 638(r) requiring the Administrator, in coordination with the Secretary of Defense, the Administrator of the General Services Administration, and other Federal agency heads as appropriate, to establish training activities for contracting officers and the agency acquisition workforce on Phase III SBIR and STTR acquisitions; specifies required training topics and provides definitions for 'agency acquisition workforce' and 'Phase III acquisition'.
This bill aims to help small businesses turn their SBIR/STTR research into real products and services the government can buy. It tells the Small Business Administration (SBA) to set up training for federal contracting officers and other buying staff so they understand “Phase III” purchases. The training must cover program goals, how to use Phase III agreements, data rights, and how to issue sole‑source Phase III contracts when allowed.
It also pushes agencies to make the process simpler and more consistent. Agencies and prime contractors must develop standardized procedures and model contracts for SBIR Phase I, II, and III awards, and issue clear rules about what information small businesses need to show they qualify for Phase III. The SBA must update its policy directives within one year of the bill becoming law.
Referred to the Committee on Small Business, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Introduced August 1, 2025 by Gilbert Ray Cisneros · Last progress August 1, 2025
Referred to the Committee on Small Business, and in addition to the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Introduced in House
