Part A · Startup-specific scheme
DHS Silicon Valley Innovation Program (DHS SVIP)
Department of Homeland Security (Science and Technology Directorate)
Grant
Prototype / PoCSeed / Early-Stage
Defense & Aerospace
SVIP funds startups solving specific homeland-security technology problems (published as topic calls), using DHS's Other Transaction Authority to award and pay out funding far faster than a typical federal contract.
Type of support
Grant
Best suited for
Prototype / Early-Stage
Headline amount
Up to $800,000
How much
Up to $800,000 across 4 phases
Objectives
Get startups' emerging technology into DHS's hands quickly, reshaping how government and startups collaborate, rather than relying solely on traditional large-contractor procurement.
Who can apply?
- Fewer than 200 employees.
- No more than $1 million in prior 12-month government contracts.
- Must respond to a specific, published SVIP topic call.
What do you get?
- Non-dilutive funding across 3-4 phases at $50,000-$200,000 per phase, up to $800,000 total.
- Awards typically finalized in about 45 days via Other Transaction Solicitations.
- Direct engagement with DHS operational components as potential customers.
How to apply
Watch for open topic calls on SVIP's portal and submit a solution brief in response to a specific call.
Key links
Details as most recently confirmed against the official source linked above. Deadlines, amounts and windows change — verify on the official portal before applying.