Department of Education Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase IA 2026: Solicitation

The Department of Education, through the Office of Contracts and Acquisitions Management, is seeking proposals for the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase IA 2026 program under solicitation number 91990026R0003. This solicitation is set aside for small businesses under the SBA Small Business Administration program. The initiative focuses on Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities, classified under NAICS code 541720, and corresponds to PSC AF11 for education services basic research and R&D services in education, training, employment, and social services.

The primary place of performance for this requirement is Washington, DC. Supporting documentation for this solicitation includes three attachments: a final solicitation document provided in both .docx and .pdf formats, and a spreadsheet containing questions and answers related to the Phase IA solicitation.

The response deadline for this opportunity is June 29, 2026. David Yadeta serves as the point of contact for this notice, which was originally published on April 30, 2026, and last updated on June 4, 2026. Proposals must be submitted in accordance with the instructions provided in the solicitation metadata and the formal amendment regarding project inquiries.