SBIR VCOC (Venture Capital Operating Company/s) Application Certification

VCOC Certification

Certification for SBIR Applicants that are majority-owned by multiple venture capital operating companies, hedge funds, or private equity firms. Used for SBIR grant and contract application/proposal submissions. N/A for STTR.

SBIR Application VCOC Certification

Applicant small business concerns that are majority-owned by multiple venture capital operating companies, hedge funds, or private equity firms (e.g. majority VCOC-owned) are required to submit a Certification at time of their  SBIR application submission per the SBA SBIR Policy Directive. See SBIR/STTR Instructions in the How to Apply - Application Guide (R&R Other Project Information Form, Other Attachments field).

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September 2023