What types of agencies buy Collaborative Research services?

Federal agencies across all departments procure Collaborative Research services, including the Department of Defense, Department of Veterans Affairs, General Services Administration, and civilian agencies. State and local governments also issue Collaborative Research contracts through their own procurement portals.

How do I find Collaborative Research contracts with SamSearch?

Use SamSearch to browse pre-classified opportunities in one place, with AI-powered filtering by agency, set-aside, and deadline.

Are there set-aside contracts for small businesses in Collaborative Research?

Yes. Many Collaborative Research contracts are set aside for small businesses, including 8(a), WOSB, SDVOSB, and HUBZone firms. Use SamSearch's set-aside filters to find contracts your business qualifies for.

How competitive are Collaborative Research government contracts?

Competition varies by contract size and type. Large IDIQ vehicles in Collaborative Research can attract dozens of bidders, while small open-market solicitations may have only a few. Monitoring active solicitations and building agency relationships early improves win rates.

Contract Category

Collaborative Research Government Contracts

7 government contract opportunities classified as Collaborative Research, spanning federal and state/local solicitations. Updated daily.

5 federal2 SLEDUpdated daily

Federal Opps

Federal contracts

SLED Opps

State, local & education contracts

Forecasts

—

Agency pipeline forecasts

Total

All sources combined

5 federal contract opportunities classified as Collaborative Research.

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

PARTNERING OPPORTUNITY FOR THE SURFACE MOBILITY LIDAR (SML)

Archived

AI Summary

NASA Langley Research Center is seeking partners for the development of the Surface Mobility Lidar (SML) as part of an Early Career Initiative. Interested organizations should have expertise in detector and ROIC development for space applications. Proposals must address technical challenges and demonstrate collaboratio…

Posted Jan 29, 2026Due Feb 20, 2026Special Notice

View details→

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

GRID RESEARCH INNOVATION AND DEVELOPMENT CENTER TECHNOLOGY COLLABORATIONS FOR US POWER ELECTRONICS INDUSTRIES

Active

AI Summary

The Department of Energy is seeking industry partners for collaborative projects at the Grid Research Innovation and Development Center to advance power electronics technologies. Participants will gain access to ORNL's resources to develop innovative solutions for grid modernization, with a focus on energy efficiency a…

Posted Jul 23, 2025Due Aug 2, 2029Special NoticeNAICS 54171Sol: ORNL-GRIDC-TC-2024

View details→

DEPT OF DEFENSE

The Rapid Sustainment Office Capabilities

Archived

AI Summary

The Department of Defense's Rapid Sustainment Office is seeking potential sources for capabilities to support its mission in improving readiness and reducing sustainment costs. This Sources Sought Synopsis invites responses from all businesses, including small and disadvantaged groups, to establish an Identify, Apply, …

Posted May 29, 2025Due Jun 12, 2025Sources SoughtSol: RSO_Capabilities

View details→

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEMS (UAS) TRACKING SOFTWARE

Archived

AI Summary

The Department of Energy is seeking partners for the development of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) tracking software, currently at Technology Readiness Level 5. MSTS invites non-federal entities, including businesses, universities, and government agencies, to collaborate through a Cooperative Research and Development Ag…

Posted Apr 10, 2025Due Oct 8, 2025Sources SoughtNAICS 54171Sol: KRG-25-002

View details→

NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

NASA OSBP LEARNING SERIES: INNOVATE WITH NASA: BUILDING TECHNOLOGY PARTNERSHIPS

Archived

AI Summary

NASA is hosting a webinar titled "Innovate with NASA: Building Technology Partnerships" on September 17, 2025, aimed at small businesses interested in collaborating with the agency. This session will provide valuable insights into leveraging NASA's advanced technologies and research capabilities to foster innovation. P…

Posted Dec 3, 2024Due Sep 17, 2025Special Notice

View details→