The potential loss of SBIR grants may impact the Space Force's ability to support innovation and small business partnerships. This could limit the development of new technologies and capabilities, potentially hindering the service's ability to stay competitive. The Space Force may need to adapt its funding strategies to maintain its access to innovative solutions.
Space Force Fears Losing Access to Small Business Innovation Research Funding
Space Force acquisition officials are concerned about the impact of losing Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grants. Maj. Gen. Stephen Purdy and Kelly Hammett discussed the importance of SBIR grants in supporting innovation and small business partnerships. The Space Force Association’s Spacepower 2025 conference provided a backdrop for the discussion. Breaking Defense.
The potential loss of SBIR grants may impact the Space Force's ability to support innovation and small business partnerships. This could limit the development of new technologies and capabilities, potentially hindering the service's ability to stay competitive. The Space Force may need to adapt its funding strategies to maintain its access to innovative solutions.
Space Force Fears Losing Access to Small Business Innovation Research Funding
Space Force acquisition officials are concerned about the impact of losing Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grants. Maj. Gen. Stephen Purdy and Kelly Hammett discussed the importance of SBIR grants in supporting innovation and small business partnerships. The Space Force Association’s Spacepower 2025 conference provided a backdrop for the discussion. Breaking Defense.