What types of agencies buy social sciences research services?

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

How do I find social sciences 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 social sciences research?

Yes. Many social sciences 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 social sciences research government contracts?

Competition varies by contract size and type. Large IDIQ vehicles in social sciences 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.

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social sciences research Government Contracts

33 government contract opportunities classified as social sciences research. Updated daily.

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8 federal contract opportunities classified as social sciences research.

DEPT OF DEFENSE

COMBINED SYNOPSIS/RFQ FOR GEOPOLITICAL ANALYSIS SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT (SME) SERVICES

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The Department of Defense is seeking quotes for geopolitical analysis subject matter expert services under solicitation N00244-26-Q-0108. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses and includes specialized research and technical-advisory services. The contract will be awarded as a firm fixed price with a base p…

Posted Sep 9, 2026Due Sep 15, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 541720Small Business Set Aside - TotalSol: N00244-26-Q-0108

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

PUBLICATIONS ORAL HISTORY AND RESEARCH ASSISTANT SUPPORT SERVICES

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The Department of Defense is seeking proposals for Publications Oral History and Research Assistant Support Services through an RFP. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 541720. Proposals must be submitted electronically via the PIEE Solicitation Module, and late submissions will be rejec…

Posted Aug 13, 2026Due Aug 21, 2026SolicitationNAICS 541720Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: HQ003426RE122

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

IMOTIONS VOICE ANALYSIS MODULE (AUDEERING)

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The U.S. Government is seeking vendors for the iMotions Voice Analysis Module to support a competitive procurement. This Sources Sought Notice encourages all interested businesses to respond, particularly small businesses, to describe their capabilities. Responses are due by July 29, 2026, and should include relevant c…

Posted Jul 22, 2026Due Jul 29, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541720Sol: W911SD26QA112

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE TO I4CP, INC FOR I4CP CHRO BOARD MEMBERSHIP AGREEMENT

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The Department of the Navy intends to award a sole source purchase order to I4CP, INC for a CHRO Board Membership Agreement. This procurement supports the Chief Human Capital Officer in executing complex duties. Responses from other sources are welcome within seven days for consideration of competitive procurement.

Posted Jun 8, 2026Due Jun 15, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541720

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

YAKAMA NATION TRIBAL HOUSING DISPLACEMENT STUDY

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The US Army Corps of Engineers intends to award a sole-source contract to Yakama Nation for a displacement study related to dam construction impacts. This study will compile ethnographic information on Yakama Nation members and their historical living conditions. Interested parties may submit capability statements befo…

Posted Apr 17, 2026Due May 3, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541720Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: W9127N26Q1BKW

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

USACE OFFICE OF HISTORY (CEHO) HISTORICAL SUPPORT SERVICES

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The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking small business vendors for Historical Support Services. This sources sought announcement is for market research and planning purposes only, and no proposals are being accepted. Interested parties should submit their capability statements and relevant experience by April 21, 2…

Posted Apr 2, 2026Due Apr 21, 2026Sources SoughtNAICS 541720Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: W912HQ26CEHOBPA

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DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

AN41--554 | S | MIRECC LAB_RURAL VETERAN SUICIDE PREVENTION DATA ANALYSIS

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The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking information for MIRECC LAB_Rural Veteran Suicide Prevention Data Analysis. Interested parties should provide details on their capabilities to identify and integrate community-level data into a mapping program. The expected deliverables include a Microsoft Excel Workbook or …

Posted Aug 12, 2025Due Aug 18, 2025Sources SoughtNAICS 541720Sol: 36C25925Q0714

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DEPT OF DEFENSE

U.S. ARMY RESEARCH INSTITUTE FOR THE BEHAVIORAL AND SOCIAL SCIENCES BROAD AGENCY ANNOUNCEMENT FOR BASIC RESEARCH (FISCAL YEAR 2026)

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The U.S. Army Research Institute for the Behavioral and Social Sciences is seeking proposals for basic research in behavioral science for fiscal year 2026. This Broad Agency Announcement aims to enhance the Army's capabilities in personnel science, focusing on individual and collective measurement, team dynamics, and o…

Posted Feb 5, 2025Due Jul 1, 2025SolicitationNAICS 541720Sol: W911NF-25-S-0006

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