Proposed STTR Policy Directive 2003
Draft Appendix I - Instructions for STTR Program Solicitation Preparation Appendix I: Instructions for STTR Program Solicitation Preparation 1. General Section 9(p) of the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 638(p)) requires ``* * * simplified, standardized and timely STTR solicitations'' and for STTR agencies to utilize a ``uniform process'' minimizing the regulatory burden of participation. Therefore, the following instructions purposely depart from normal government solicitation formats and requirements. STTR solicitations must be prepared and issued as program solicitations in accordance with the following instructions.2. Limitation in Size of Solicitation In the interest of meeting the requirement for simplified and standardized solicitations, while also recognizing that the Internet has become the main vehicle for distribution, each agency should structure its entire STTR solicitation to produce the least number of pages (electronic and printed), consistent with the procurement/ assistance standard operating procedures and statutory requirements of the participating Federal agencies.3. Format STTR Program solicitations must be prepared in a simple, standardized, easy-to-read, and easy-to-understand format. It must include a cover sheet, a table of contents, and the following sections in the order listed:4. Cover Sheet1. Program Description; The cover sheet of an STTR Program solicitation must clearly identify the solicitation as a STTR solicitation, identify the agency releasing the solicitation, specify date(s) on which contract proposals or grant applications (proposals) are due under the solicitation, and state the solicitation number or year.Instructions for Preparation of STTR Program Solicitation; Sections 1 through 9 1. Program Description |