The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) model has been internationally proven to be internationally has proven effective in fostering innovative solutions through centralized centralised procurement. Similarly, the South African Small Business Research & Innovation (SBRI) model can be adapted to stimulate economic growth by creating market access for Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs), grassroots innovators, and potential entrepreneurs, particularly in the procurement of low-technological complexity consumables.
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The first stage is this call for proposals, in which applicants are invited to submit SIOs. Applicant eligibility and project feasibility will be considered based on SOIs submitted, and Proposals must be submitted by 12 FEBRUARY 2025 to sbri@tia.org.za
CONTACT PERSON: Ashaal Roopchan or Nondumiso Ngwenya.
For further information regarding the call or the applications process, please contact customerservice@tia.org.za.