Research & Development

Scientific research, engineering R&D, and testing laboratory services

851 active opportunities

851

Active Opportunities

43

Posted Last 7 Days

30 days

Avg Response Window

Top Industries

  • Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)559
  • Testing Laboratories and Services193
  • Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)51
  • Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities40
  • Research and Development in Nanotechnology4

Set-Aside Distribution

  • 608
  • No Set Aside115
  • Small Business80
  • SDVOSB27
  • WOSB10

Top Locations

  • VA186
  • MD114
  • DC67
  • OH67
  • NY58

How to Bid on Research & Development

What These Contracts Typically Require

Laboratory accreditation (ISO 17025), research staff with advanced degrees and security clearances, facility clearances for classified work, and published research credentials.

Average Response Window

45 days from posting. Plan your response timeline accordingly.

What to Prepare Before Responding

  • 1Document laboratory accreditations
  • 2Prepare researcher CVs and publications
  • 3Verify facility security clearance if needed
  • 4Compile past research contract performance
  • 5Review SBIR/STTR eligibility if applicable

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Frequently Asked Questions

Federal R&D contracts cover basic and applied research, prototype development, laboratory testing, scientific studies, and technology demonstrations. Agencies like DoD, NIH, DOE, and NASA are major R&D funders.
Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs provide phased funding for small businesses to conduct R&D. Phase I awards up to $275,000 for feasibility studies; Phase II awards up to $1.5 million for development.
Requirements include laboratory accreditation (ISO 17025), research staff with advanced degrees, facility clearances for classified work, published research credentials, and specialized equipment capabilities.
Federal R&D typically involves more reporting requirements, government rights to intellectual property (depending on contract type), security requirements, and longer evaluation periods. Understanding FAR clauses on data rights is essential.
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NAICS 541715
Posted Aug 26, 2025

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NAICS 541715
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NAICS 541715
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DEPT OF DEFENSE
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NAICS 541720
Posted Aug 26, 2025
WOSB Sole Source

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NAICS 541380
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No Set Aside

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NAICS 541715
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NAICS 541715
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ALEXANDRIA, VA
NAICS 541715
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Dowty C130J Master Blade Calibration

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NAICS 541380
Posted Aug 26, 2025
No Set Aside

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NAICS 541380
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Small Business

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DEPT OF DEFENSE
WRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH
NAICS 541715
Posted Aug 25, 2025

Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) for the NISTs Scientific Research for Reducing Risks due to Environmental and Man-made Hazards Project

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF
GAITHERSBURG, MD
NAICS 541715
Posted Aug 25, 2025
No Set Aside

Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) for the NISTs Scientific Research for Reducing Risks due to Environmental and Man-made Hazards Project

COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF
GAITHERSBURG, MD
NAICS 541715
Posted Aug 25, 2025
No Set Aside

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NAICS 541380
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DEPT OF DEFENSE
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NAICS 541715
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No Set Aside

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NAICS 541714
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No Set Aside

Commercial and DoD Microgrids Cohort Study for Acquisition, Operation, and Sustainment

DEPT OF DEFENSE
ALEXANDRIA, VA
NAICS 541715
Posted Aug 22, 2025

F103-Legionella HPC Water Testing

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Saint Paul, MN
NAICS 541380
Posted Aug 22, 2025
SDVOSB

Gene Expression and Gene Editing - Beltsville, MD

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF
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NAICS 541713
Posted Aug 22, 2025
Small Business
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