Full-spectrum SBIR/STTR consulting capabilities — proposal strategy, capture support, commercialization, and Phase III transition for federal R&D innovators.
Most small businesses leave SBIR/STTR funding on the table — not because the technology isn't there, but because the strategy isn't. We help you win Phase I, scale through Phase III, and commercialize with confidence.
CovertEntity LLC helps innovative startups and small R&D firms win and scale through the SBIR/STTR program — from identifying the right solicitations to building the proposal strategy, commercialization narrative, and go-to-market framework that moves technology from Phase I through Phase III transition and beyond.
Founded on years of acquisition lifecycle leadership across federally funded defense, aerospace, and technology programs representing over $50M in total program value.
MISSION
To close the gap between innovation and acquisition ensuring the most capable small businesses don't just build transformative technology, but get it funded, transitioned, and into the hands of those who need it most.
VISION
To become the go-to strategic partner for small businesses entering and scaling within the federal R&D ecosystem.
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Solicitation Targeting & Topic Alignment
Identify the right opportunities before your competitors do through strategic alignment and market intelligence.
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Agency Relationship Development
Strategic access across DoD, DHS, DOE, NSF, NIH and more to ensure your technology reaches the right stakeholders.
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Messaging & Technical Volume Strategy
Make your technology impossible to overlook with compelling win themes and expert technical volume messaging.
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Phase I, II & Direct-to-Phase II Strategy
End-to-end proposal development built to win, focusing on technical excellence and strategic mission value.
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Prime Teaming & Strategic Partnering
Build the right team and prime relationships to maximize award potential and program execution capability.
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Commercialization & Phase III Transition
Bridge the gap from award to mission adoption with robust commercialization planning and transition strategy.
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Contract Compliance & Negotiation
Navigate FAR/DFARS compliance, contract negotiation, and OTA processes with absolute confidence and precision.