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1,105 government contract opportunities classified as research services, spanning federal and state/local solicitations. Updated daily.

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781 federal contract opportunities classified as research services.

DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

COUNTERMEASURES THAT WORK (CMTW) UPDATES

Active

AI Summary

NHTSA seeks contractor support to update the 12th edition of Countermeasures That Work and its electronic version, producing the 13th edition. Work includes comprehensive literature searches, evaluation of new research and emerging highway-safety countermeasures, and updates to approximately three to four program-area …

DC

Posted Oct 30, 2026Due Nov 5, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541720Sol: 693JJ926R000067

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B--USGS DETRITAL ZIRCON U/PB, HF, AND T/REE ANALYSES

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AI Summary

USGS seeks detrital zircon U/Pb, Hf, and trace/rare-earth element analyses for rock and modern sediment samples supporting petroleum systems research. The agency intends to award to the University of Arizona LaserChron Lab as the only known source. Vendors with comparable technical expertise and capability may contact …

Posted Oct 28, 2026Due Nov 4, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541690Sol: 140GG027Q0015

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DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR

B--METAGENOMICS & TRANSCRIPTOMIC SERVICES

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AI Summary

The U.S. Geological Survey is soliciting metagenomics and transcriptomic services for biological research. The notice identifies NAICS 541380 and an SBA set-aside. Specific sample requirements, deliverables, contract value, and acquisition procedures are not provided in the available description.

CO

Posted Oct 27, 2026Due Nov 3, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541380Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: 140G0226Q0145

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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

HYDROSPHERE, BIOSPHERE, & GEOPHYSICS (HBG) SUPPORT SERVICES II - FINAL REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (FRFP)

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AI Summary

NASA Goddard Space Flight Center seeks proposals from small businesses for a five-year hybrid IDIQ contract supporting Earth Sciences Division research and computing. Work spans hydrology, ocean ecology, biospheric and cryospheric sciences, geodesy, and geophysics, using space-based, airborne, in situ, and laboratory t…

MD

Posted Oct 26, 2026Due Dec 4, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541715Sol: 80GSFC27R0015

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

CLINICAL RESEARCH SUPPORT AND COLLABORATION FOR NHGRI PROTOCOLS

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AI Summary

NIH’s National Human Genome Research Institute seeks an IDIQ contractor to provide clinical research and trial-management support through individual task orders. Services may include protocol development, statistical design and analysis, data and site management, pharmacovigilance, quality assurance, regulatory affairs…

MD

Posted Oct 26, 2026Due Nov 13, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 541690Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: 75N98026R00034

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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

SUBSCRIPTION TO A MATHEMATICAL BIBLIOGRAPHIC AND EXPERT REVIEWS DATABASE

Archived

AI Summary

NIST seeks information from interested sources for campus-wide online access to a curated mathematical bibliographic and expert review database for researchers in Gaithersburg, Maryland, and Boulder, Colorado. The resource should support literature indexing, abstracts, expert critiques, proof evaluation, citation track…

MD

Posted Oct 23, 2026Due Oct 29, 2026Sources SoughtNAICS 513210Sol: SS-NB135000-27-00002

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

Q301--LEPTOMENINGEAL AND CORONARY RESEARCH SERVICES.

Archived

AI Summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to award Banner Sun Health Research Institute a one-time, firm-fixed-price contract for expert consultation on study design, research methods, and histopathologic tissue evaluations supporting leptomeningeal and coronary research at VA San Diego Health Care Services campuses. …

CA

Posted Oct 22, 2026Due Oct 29, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541715Sol: 36C26227Q0070

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

BIO-ANALYSIS OF FUNGI INTERACTIONS

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AI Summary

The Naval Research Laboratory intends to award a sole-source purchase order to the University of Dayton for bio-analysis services focused on fungal interactions. The procurement uses NAICS 541380 and simplified acquisition procedures for a purchase below the $350,000 threshold. Interested parties may submit capability …

DC

Posted Oct 20, 2026Due Oct 22, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541380Sol: N0017327Q5204

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

GARTNER, INC. RESEARCH AND ADVISORY SUBSCRIPTIONS JA

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The Department of Defense, specifically the Navy, is seeking proposals for Gartner Research and Advisory Subscriptions. This opportunity is classified as a service and is not under FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures. Interested bidders should refer to the attached justification and approval document for furt…

CA

Posted Oct 15, 2026JustificationSol: JA-23-26-9-001

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

LIQUID SURGE

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The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is seeking innovative research concepts focused on novel metrology for wave propagation in compressible fluids. This opportunity is part of the Disruptioneering program and will be awarded as an Other Transaction for Prototype project. Interested parties should subm…

VA

Posted Oct 14, 2026Due Dec 14, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541715Sol: DARPA-PA-25-07-05

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NSF X-LABS INITIATIVE - FROM SEQUENCE TO FUNCTION

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AI Summary

The National Science Foundation is soliciting written proposals for NSF X-Labs teams focused on bioengineering under the Other Transactions Agreement Solutions Offering. This initiative aims to foster innovation and technology development in the field.

Posted Oct 14, 2026Due Feb 8, 2027SolicitationNAICS 541714Sol: NSF-Topic4-FY26-XLabsSequence-to-Function

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REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) - EXAMINING OUTCOMES OF DIAPER DISTRIBUTION PROGRAMS FOR HHS/ACF/OPRE

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This Request for Information (RFI) seeks industry input on examining outcomes of diaper distribution programs for the Department of Health and Human Services. The focus is on understanding implementation and outcomes through a pre-post outcomes study, including data collection and technical assistance for grant recipie…

Posted Oct 9, 2026Due Oct 19, 2026Special NoticeSol: REQT-OMAS-MS-2026-00178

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NATIONAL AERONAUTICS AND SPACE ADMINISTRATION

HYDROSPHERE, BIOSPHERE, & GEOPHYSICS (HBG) SUPPORT SERVICES II INTENDED FINAL RFP POSTING

Archived

AI Summary

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) plans to release the final Request for Proposal (RFP) for Hydrosphere, Biosphere, & Geophysics (HBG) Support Services II in the next two weeks. Interested bidders will have a 45-day period to submit their proposals.

MD

Posted Oct 9, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541715Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

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DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

HIGH-PERFORMANCE COMPUTING SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT AND TECHNICAL SERVICES

Archived

AI Summary

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is seeking sources for high-performance computing software development and technical services. This Sources Sought Notice aims to identify capable vendors for supporting the Geophysical Fluid Dynamics Laboratory's mission. Responses are due by October 27, 2026,…

WA

Posted Oct 8, 2026Due Oct 27, 2026Sources SoughtNAICS 541511Sol: REQUIREMENTS-25-1463-27

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

USACE HISTORY OFFICE (CEHO) HISTORICAL SUPPORT SERVICES BPA

Archived

AI Summary

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is seeking contractors for historical support services through a Blanket Purchase Agreement. The services include research, preservation, and interpretation of historical materials. Proposals are due by 5:00 PM EST on September 23, 2026, with clarifications accepted until Septem…

VA

Posted Oct 6, 2026Due Sep 23, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 541720Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: W912HQ26QA023

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT (BAA): COST ESTIMATING MODELING DATA, ANALYTICS RESEARCH (CEMDAR)

Archived

AI Summary

The Department of the Air Force is soliciting white papers for the Cost Estimating Modeling Data Analytics Research (CEMDAR) initiative. This BAA aims to modernize cost estimating capabilities through advanced data science and cloud technologies. The submission deadline for white papers is October 19, 2026, and this op…

MD

Posted Oct 5, 2026Due Oct 19, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541715Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: FA701426SCS02

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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

BIOBANKING, LABORATORY ANALYTICS, AND ASSOCIATED INFORMATICS SERVICES FOR NIH BIOREPOSITORIES

Archived

AI Summary

The NIH is seeking information from qualified small businesses for biobanking, laboratory analytics, and informatics services to support NIH-funded biorepositories. This sources sought notice aims to assess the capabilities of small businesses to manage and analyze biospecimens and associated data. Responses will infor…

MD

Posted Oct 1, 2026Due Oct 20, 2026Sources SoughtNAICS 541714Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: 75N98026R00175SB

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

R416--RESEARCH SERVICES - INSTITUTIONAL ANIMAL CARE AND USE COMMITTEE PRE-SOLICITATION NOTICE WITH INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE

Archived

AI Summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Vanderbilt University Medical Center for Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee oversight. This service ensures compliance with federal regulations for animal research. The contract will cover a base year plus four option years, as…

PA

Posted Sep 30, 2026Due Oct 8, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541940Sol: 36C24E27R0001

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

NRL LONG RANGE BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT (BAA) FOR BASIC AND APPLIED RESEARCH

Active

AI Summary

The Naval Research Laboratory is seeking innovative proposals for research under a Broad Agency Announcement (BAA). Interested parties must submit a White Paper for consideration, with potential awards including contracts and grants. The evaluation will focus on the technical merit and cost realism of proposals. Furthe…

DC

Posted Sep 30, 2026Due Dec 30, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 541715Sol: N00173-24-S-BA01

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HEAD START IN STATE SYSTEMS SOLE SOURCE AWARD

Archived

AI Summary

This opportunity involves a sole source award for research and evaluation services focused on financing early care and education programs. The project aims to generate evidence on how Head Start programs can align with state funding to enhance efficiency and access. It builds on previous studies to provide actionable i…

Posted Sep 30, 2026Due Oct 29, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541611

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