Apr 11 – SBIR; Data rights in practice
- What is the SBIR/STTR Program and what is the purpose of each phase?
- What does this mean for SBIR contractor’s IP rights?
- Does the government treat technical data and computer software pertaining to commercial items differently than technical data and computer software pertaining to noncommercial items?
- Are there limitations on the Government’s ability to require contractors to give up rights during a competition [for new development work]?
- Can the Government evaluate the offerors’ proposals to restrict rights as part of the selection of the source [for a development contract]?