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    NAICS Demand Lane

    Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities, Contract Opportunities

    1,173 total opportunities (1,173 active) tied to NAICS 54172 across federal, state, local, and forecast sources.
    NAICS 54172Federal + SLED1.2K total
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    Total Opportunities
    1.2K
    Across all indexed sources
    Active Estimate
    1.2K
    Approximate active count
    Source Count
    3
    Federal, SLED, and forecast lanes

    Latest federal solicitations for NAICS 54172.

    DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

    CDC - FORMATIVE RESEARCH ASSESSMENT DATA FOR EXPANSION OF THE RURAL OUTREACH TESTING EVALUATION

    Active

    AI Summary

    The CDC intends to award a sole source contract to Nuru Consortium LLC for a research project assessing factors affecting self-collection behaviors in rural populations. This study will expand on previous work and support the Ending the HIV Epidemic initiative. Responses to this notice are encouraged to determine inter…

    GA

    Posted Sep 14, 2026Due Sep 16, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541720Sol: NoI-CDC-75D301-2026-0001
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    DEPT OF DEFENSE

    USACE HISTORY OFFICE (CEHO) HISTORICAL SUPPORT SERVICES BPA

    Active

    AI Summary

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is seeking contractors for historical support services through a Blanket Purchase Agreement. This includes research, preservation, and interpretation of historical materials. Proposals are due by 12:00 PM EST on September 21, 2026, with clarifications accepted until September 14, 2026. …

    VA

    Posted Sep 14, 2026Due Sep 21, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 541720Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: W912HQ26QA023
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    DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

    A STUDY ON VESSEL DESIGN CHALLENGE

    Active

    AI Summary

    The Maritime Administration is seeking proposals for a Vessel Design Challenge aimed at improving fuel efficiency and reducing underwater radiated noise in U.S. vessels. The project will fund multiple design teams with awards ranging from $150k to $450k, totaling up to $1.25 million. Proposals should focus on innovativ…

    DC

    Posted Sep 14, 2026Due Jan 10, 2027SolicitationNAICS 541720Sol: 693JF726R000016
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    DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

    WILLIAMS RIVER PROJECT

    Active

    AI Summary

    The USDA Forest Service is issuing a notice regarding the Williams River Survey, which will be awarded as a competitive task order under the Cultural Resource Surveys-Monongahela National Forest IDIQ. This is not a solicitation, and only approved companies eligible for the IDIQ will receive the task order. Changes will…

    GA

    Posted Sep 11, 2026Due Sep 26, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541720Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: 12444726Q0082
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    DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

    ANTHONY CREEK PROJECT

    Active

    AI Summary

    The USDA Forest Service is issuing a notice regarding the Anthony Creek Survey, which will be awarded as a competitive task order under the Cultural Resource Surveys-Monongahela National Forest IDIQ. This is not a solicitation, and only approved companies eligible for the IDIQ will receive the task order RFQ.

    GA

    Posted Sep 11, 2026Due Sep 26, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541720Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: 12444726Q0083
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    DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE

    SHAVERS PROJECT

    Active

    AI Summary

    The USDA Forest Service is issuing a special notice regarding the Shavers Survey, a competitive task order under the Cultural Resource Surveys-Monongahela National Forest IDIQ. This notice is for compliance purposes and does not constitute a solicitation. Only approved companies eligible for the IDIQ will receive the t…

    GA

    Posted Sep 11, 2026Due Sep 26, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 541720Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: 12444726Q0079
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    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 specialized geopolitical analysis and advisory services under solicitation N00244-26-Q-0108. This opportunity is set aside for small businesses and includes a 12-month base period with two option periods. The deadline for submissions is 5:00 PM PST on 14 September 2026.

    CA

    Posted Sep 10, 2026Due Sep 17, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 541720Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: N00244-26-Q-0108
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    DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES

    NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE: VACCINE ADVERSE EVENT REPORTING SYSTEM (VAERS) & SAFETY MONITORING SUPPORT

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    The FDA seeks a contractor to provide services and qualified personnel for the Vaccine Adverse Event Reporting System (VAERS) and safety monitoring support. This opportunity is a sole source notice under NAICS code 541720, focusing on vaccine safety and pharmacovigilance. Interested parties should note the special noti…

    MD

    Posted Sep 10, 2026Due Sep 18, 2026Special NoticeNAICS 5417208(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8)Sol: CBER-2026-133723
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    DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE

    OSC STUDY ON U.S. SPACE ECONOMY MEASUREMENT METRICS

    Active

    AI Summary

    The Department of Commerce is seeking quotes for a study on the U.S. space economy, focusing on defining metrics for federal assessment. This is a total small business set-aside, with a performance period not exceeding 180 days. Quotes are due by September 17, 2026, and inquiries must be submitted by September 11, 2026…

    MD

    Posted Sep 8, 2026Due Sep 17, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 541720Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)Sol: 1305M426Q0084
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    ADDRESSING INSTITUTIONAL CHILD ABUSE

    Archived

    AI Summary

    The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services intends to negotiate a sole source contract with the National Academies of Sciences to conduct a comprehensive study on youth residential programs addressing child abuse and neglect. The contract spans 10 years, with an initial report due in 3 years, followed by recurrin…

    Posted Sep 6, 2026Due Sep 11, 2026Combined Synopsis/SolicitationNAICS 541720Sol: HHS-OMAS-NOI-26-7571MN26Q00084
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    Source mix

    How this NAICS code is represented across indexed contract sources.

    federal
    637
    sled
    517
    forecast
    19

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    About NAICS 54172

    This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in conducting research and experimental development in the social sciences and humanities. Activities include research in areas such as economics, psychology, sociology, history, and political science.

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