Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities government contracts, bids & RFPs
NAICS 541720 · 9 open opportunities · 40 awards on record
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in conducting research and analyses in cognitive development, sociology, psychology, language, behavior, economic, and other social science and humanities research. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--
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By the numbers
- Avg reported value
- $4M
- Median reported value
- $311,865
- Total reported value
- $180M
- Awards on record
- 40
- Companies
- 6
SAM.gov award-notice values may represent contract ceilings rather than obligated spending.
1 of 9 open Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities opportunities (11%) are set aside for small or disadvantaged businesses.
Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities contract activity
A current snapshot based on 9 listings shown on this page. Counts update with the directory.
- Federal (SAM.gov)9
Deadline outlook
- Next 30 days
- 2
- Later
- 6
- Open / rolling
- 1
Most represented buyers
- DEPT OF THE NAVY3
- DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY2
- MARITIME ADMINISTRATION1
- NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION1
- Other2
3 of the listings shown were posted in the last 30 days. Federal (SAM.gov) contributes the largest share (9). DEPT OF THE NAVY is the most represented buyer in this snapshot.
Open opportunities
- Due Oct 16, 2026Posted Oct 9, 2026
- Due Nov 5, 2026Posted Oct 5, 2026
- Due Jan 10, 2027Posted Oct 5, 2026
- Research and Studies for the Office of Net AssessmentDEPT OF DEFENSE / WASHINGTON HEADQUARTERS SERVICES (WHS)
Amendment 001 to section VIII. Schedule of Proposal Submission Dates. This amendment hereby modifies the proposal submission deadline dates beginning July 2024. Proposal submission deadline dates will be shifted ten days ahead, starting with the July 2024 submission deadline date. See the uploaded revised HQ0034-23-BAA-0001, Amendment 001, dtd 24 April 2024, with changes highlighted in yellow. Starting June 14, 2023, proposals shall be submitted via email to…
MoreDue Jun 13, 2028Posted Apr 24, 2024 - DLA-SM Broad Agency AnnouncementDEPT OF DEFENSE / DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY
DEFENSE LOGISTIC AGENCY STRATEGIC MATERIALS - BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT SP8000-26-B-BAA0 This BAA remains open from January 30, 2026 to January 30, 2029. White papers may be submitted from the date of opening through May 1, 2028, and will be reviewed and evaluated as received.White papers submitted after May 1, 2028 will not be considered and will not be reviewed. Following review of a white paper, the Government may request the submitter to provide a full proposal. All evaluations of white…
MoreDue Jan 30, 2029Posted Jan 29, 2026 - DLA-SM Broad Agency AnnouncementDEPT OF DEFENSE / DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY
SP8000-26-B-BAA0 – AMENDMENT 001 Notice Type: AMENDMENT 001 is to revise and update the following sections of the Broad Agency Announcement (BAA): Number 2: Added – (4) Supply Chain Assessments Number 6: Added - (2) Project Scoping Exhibit A: NDS Strategic and Critical Materials List - Chart updated ******************************************************************************************************************************************** DEFENSE LOGISTIC AGENCY STRATEGIC MATERIALS - BROAD…
MoreDue Jan 30, 2029Posted Jun 2, 2026 - A-- NAWCTSD R&D Broad Agency AnnouncementDEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE NAVY
Please see the attached BAA Document (Amendment 01) for complete details - what you see below is only a brief excerpt summary. NAWCTSD has comprehensive simulation and training systems responsibilities ranging from research and technology base development through system acquisition and life cycle support. The Research and Engineering Competency is NAWCTSD’s arm of the laboratory system. Its mission is to plan and perform a full range of directed R&D in support of Naval training systems. The…
MoreDue Jan 25, 2031Posted May 14, 2026 - A-- NAWCTSD R&D Broad Agency AnnouncementDEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE NAVY
NAWCTSD has comprehensive simulation and training systems responsibilities ranging from research and technology base development through system acquisition and life cycle support. The Research and Engineering Competency is NAWCTSD’s arm of the laboratory system. Its mission is to plan and perform a full range of directed R&D in support of Naval training systems. The work covers the broad spectrum of training simulation technology as applied across mission areas and all stages of training. It…
MoreDue Jan 25, 2031Posted Jan 26, 2026 - B--503 Studies/Archeological-Paleontologicalfor the anticipated follow-on Cultural Resources Multiple Award contractDEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF THE NAVY
The purpose of this amendment is to provide the Contractors questions and comments resulting from the Cultural Resource Industry Day held on February 28th, 2017 and the Governments response. Please see the attachment for the details.
MoreDue —Posted Mar 24, 2017
Top awardees
| Awardee | # Awards | Reported Value | Last Award |
|---|---|---|---|
| INSTITUTE FOR CORPORATE PRODUCTIVITY, INC. Seattle WA 98104 USA UEI KZU7DCT7F1W6 | 1 | $120,000 | Jun 25, 2026 |
| STELL ENVIRONMENTAL ENTERPRISES INC 6100 219TH ST SW STE 480 Mountlake Terrace WA 98043 USA UEI YEALHM3X78N9 | 1 | $57,734 | Jul 23, 2026 |
| Patrick Kuntz 229 ALDERSON AVE Billings MT 59101 USA UEI ZQD2B2NWDTD8 | 1 | $57,640 | Jul 21, 2026 |
| NEW SOUTH ASSOCIATES, INC. 6150 E PONCE DE LEON AVE Stone Mountain GA 30083 USA UEI FA2ZB2AMVJL4 | 1 | $37,973 | Jun 2, 2026 |
| CAROLINE CONLEY NORRIS 1722 MATHEWS ST Fort Collins CO 80525 USA UEI SBW2QVH1VDM3 | 1 | $19,843 | Jun 11, 2026 |
| Abt Global LLC Rockville MD 20852 USA UEI C9S1NLQ67626 | 1 | $1,500 | Jul 8, 2026 |
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Frequently asked
Across 40 SAM.gov award notices for NAICS 541720 (Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities), the average reported value is $4M and the median is $311,865. SAM.gov award-notice values may represent contract ceilings rather than obligated spending.
6 distinct companies have won awards in NAICS 541720 (Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities).
The agencies awarding the most NAICS 541720 contracts are Department of Defense, Interior, Department of the, General Services Administration.
Yes — 1 of the 9 currently-open Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities opportunities (11%) are set aside for small or disadvantaged businesses.
The states with the most currently-open NAICS 541720 opportunities are Florida, Virginia, Washington, DC.