Upcoming federal contracts: NAICS 541715, Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Planned research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences (except nanotechnology and biotechnology) contracts from agencies' published procurement forecasts. They come out months before a solicitation is posted on SAM.gov, so there's time to introduce your business and ask how the agency plans to buy the work.
- Planned buys listed
- 57
- Award expected within 6 months
- 24
- Set aside for small business
- 5
- Updated
- Oct 10, 2026
Planned NAICS 541715 contracts, soonest award first
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Email me new forecastsFY26 Botany Surveys
- Award expected
- Work starts Oct 2026
- Estimated value
- $500K to $999K
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
SERVICE FY26 Botany Surveys
National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM)/Committee on National Statistics (CNSTAT)
- Award expected
- FY2027
- Estimated value
- $250K to $499K
- Set-aside
- Small business
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Annual Support of National Academy of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine (NASEM)/Committee on National Statistics (CNSTAT)
Exploratory Advanced Research (EAR) Program Broad Agency Announcement Data Science
- Award expected
- Work starts Nov 2026
- Estimated value
- $2M to $4.9M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
The FHWA Exploratory Advanced Research (EAR) program focuses on longer-term and higher-risk breakthrough research with the potential for transformational improvements to plan, build, renew, and operate safe, congestion free, and environmentally sound transportation systems. The EAR program anticipates soliciting for research proposals on data science for highway transportation and making one or two, multi-year awards. This is a continuation of procurement forecast FHWA_2026_053.
ITS4US Deployment Accelerator Pilot
- Award expected
- Work starts Dec 2026
- Estimated value
- $1M to $1.9M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
The objective of this effort is to implement and adapt an open-source transportation software for medical transportation using USDOT-provided resources, publish changes and extensions of the software as open-source code on the ITS CodeHub, and document effectiveness of support and artifacts provided by USDOT.
Development Plan for Open Fan Flight Demonstration
- Award expected
- Q1 FY2027
- Solicitation expected
- Q3 FY2026
- Estimated value
- $2.1M to $5M
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
The Subsonic Vehicle Technology and Tools (SVTT) Project under the Advanced Air Vehicles Program (AAVP) in the Aeronautics Research Mission Directorate (ARMD) intends to pursue an Open Fan Flight Demonstration Development Plan with contributions from an external entity(ies) to address Congressional guidance included in the enacted Fiscal Year (FY)26 NASA budget. The bjective is to develop a comprehensive plan that defines the requirements, scope, and feasibility of an open-fan flight demonstrat…
Lunar Enabling Infrastructure Accelerator (LEIA) -Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) NextSTEP-3 Appendix A
- Award expected
- Q1 FY2027
- Solicitation expected
- Q4 FY2026
- Estimated value
- $20.1M to $50M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Through the Appendix that NASA GRC plans to solicit, STMD seeks proposals from U.S. institutions to mature and demonstrate capabilities in the areas of vertical solar arrays, in situ resource utilization (ISRU) oxygen production systems, Stirling radioisotope generators, in-space manufacturing, and advanced nanomaterials production. These targeted technology areas require further risk reduction and ground demonstrations to advance competing solutions to Technology Readiness Levels (TRL) 5-6. Th…
Mars Exploration Analog (MEA) Behavioral Health Performance (BHP) Training CADMUS (Crew Adaptive Decision-Making Under Stress)
- Award expected
- Q1 FY2027
- Solicitation expected
- Q1 FY2024
- Estimated value
- $501K to $1M
- Set-aside
- Small business
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
This research task will develop, validate, and implement a comprehensive training and evaluation system to enhance crew and distributed team decision making under stress during deep space missions. This task is adapted from the principal investigators previously reviewed and approved NASA Human Exploration Research Analog (HERA) Campaign 8 proposal.
Mars Exploration Analog (MEA) Countermeasures for Communication Delays
- Award expected
- Q1 FY2027
- Solicitation expected
- Q1 FY2024
- Estimated value
- $501K to $1M
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
This task investigates how communication delays during Mars-analog missions affect crew performance and decision-making, and tests countermeasures to mitigate those impacts.
BHP Autonomous Monitoring Externals
- Award expected
- Q1 FY2027
- Solicitation expected
- Q1 FY2024
- Estimated value
- $501K to $1M
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
A project to develop, locally deploy, and validate a multimodal Digital Phenotyping Model (DPM) for monitoring behavioral and psychiatric changes in crew members during the Mars Exploration Analog (MEA).
Engineering Services and Science Capability Augmentation (ESSCA) II
- Award expected
- Q1 FY2027
- Solicitation expected
- Q2 FY2026
- Estimated value
- Over $1B
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
The ESSCA II contract will support research, design, development, analysis, testing, operations, and sustaining engineering in disciplines including, but not limited to advanced propulsion, aerosciences, avionics and electrical systems, electrical engineering, flight software and ground test, guidance, navigation and control, manufacturing and assembly, materials and processes, natural and induces environments, operability, optics, propulsion systems, scientific disciplines, structural and mech…
Follow On Procurement for ADS-B Surveillance Broadcast Services (SBS) Technical and Engineering Services Support
- Award expected
- Work starts Jan 2027
- Estimated value
- $5M to $9.9M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
This is a follow-on procurment for continued technical, engineering, research, analysis, and program support to AJM-42 for developing new ADS-B capabilities and applications while maintaining and enhancing existing ADS-B tools and applications that are essential to ADS-B services in the NAS. The requirement includes support for the continued development of the ADS-B Serice Assurance System (ASAS). Planned for SIR release or award in FY2027.
YELL - 14185 - North Entrance Road Revegetation Services
- Award expected
- FY2027
- Estimated value
- $1M to $1.9M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Develop a revegetation plan with USFS and implement the desired revegetation actions including seed collection.
Pavement R&D Support - William J. Hughes Technical Center (WJHTC) Requirement
- Award expected
- Work starts Jan 2027
- Estimated value
- $20M to $49M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Pavement R&D Support - Pavement R&D testing in the NAPTF and NAPMRC - WJHTC
Development of a Fire Test Facility Phase 2 at TTC
- Award expected
- Work starts Feb 2027
- Estimated value
- $500K to $999K
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
SA will work with ENSCO and others to develop a test facility, considering both short-term and long-term needs including large full scale testing support.. As part of the Phase II effort, the first series of tests will be conducted.
Advancing Innovative Locomotive Technologies to Improve Engine Efficiency
- Award expected
- Work starts Feb 2027
- Estimated value
- $500K to $999K
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
This project investigates locomotive engine technologies that advances internal combustion engines for improving efficiency of freight locomotives. Partners with DOE Transportation Technologies Office.
AI Ready Data Pilot
- Award expected
- FY2027
- Estimated value
- $10M to $19M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Create stable of potential vendors who can identify NCES policies, processes and products that would benefit from AI to create efficiencies, reduce costs, increase accuracy, protect data security and improve customer experience. The contract would offer pilot programs to stable of approved vendors who would bid on pilots and produce proofs of concept for testing, potential scaling and implementation.
STATISTICAL STANDARDS AND DATA CONFIDENTIALITY STAFF (SSDCS)
- Award expected
- FY2027
- Estimated value
- $10M to $19M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND EXPERT ADVICE TO SUPPORT THE PROJECTS OF THE STATISTICAL STANDARDS AND DATA CONFIDENTIALITY STAFF (SSDCS) RELATED TO STATISTICAL STANDARDS, CONFIDENTIALITY, AND DATA SECURITY.
IDIQ University of Nebraska National Strategic Research Institute NSRI
- Award expected
- Current contract ends Mar 2027
- Estimated value
- $25M to $50M
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Source: DOE acquisition forecastSee the contact and incumbent, free
NA-80 Program Support
- Award expected
- Current contract ends Mar 2027
- Estimated value
- $50M to $100M
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Source: DOE acquisition forecastSee the contact and incumbent, free
Oxygen Generation System
- Award expected
- Q2 FY2027
- Solicitation expected
- Q4 FY2026
- Estimated value
- $2.1M to $5M
- Set-aside
- Small business
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
The goal of this AES sponsored project is to develop and test oxygen generation systems that have favorable intrinsic safety characteristics. The goal of this project is to develop an oxygen generation system free of the safety risks associated with hydrogen, where all of the materials in contact with oxygen are oxygen compatible and do not burn.
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) / Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) Civilian Commercialization Readiness Pilot Program (CCRPP)
- Award expected
- Q2 FY2027
- Solicitation expected
- Q4 FY2026
- Estimated value
- $10.1M to $20M
- Set-aside
- Small business
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides policy through the combined Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. The SBIR and STTR Extension Act of 2022 amended the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 638) to extend the SBIR and STTR programs until September 30, 2025. Congress created the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program to support scientific excellence and technological innovation through the investment of federal researc…
Research Initiatives in Support of Rail Safety Broad Agency Announcement
- Award expected
- Work starts Apr 2027
- Estimated value
- To Be Determined
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has a successful history of supporting the development of advanced rail technologies to meet the transportation needs of the country. Over the last few decades, FRA has provided funding and technical support to facilitate the research and development of new equipment, infrastructure, and testing technologies to enhance the Nation’s rail transportation safety and efficiency. These efforts are undertaken in support of the U.S.
LiDAR Grade Crossings Scans: Verification and Calibration
- Award expected
- Work starts Apr 2027
- Estimated value
- $500K to $999K
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Sample comparison of FRA LiDAR scans against external data sets, develop a coordinate mapping algorithm, extract the roadway surface from the scans, and provide technical recommendations for future scanning operations.
Dispatch Communication Task Analysis
- Award expected
- Work starts Apr 2027
- Estimated value
- $500K to $999K
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
This project will complete a full cognitive task analysis for the dispatch role and aim to detail identify communication and process risks. Outcome of project will be proposed countermeasures and risk mitigations.
Technical Research, Engineering, and Development Services (TREDS) II supporting the Department of Energy (DOE) National Nuclear Security…
- Award expected
- Current contract ends Apr 2027
- Estimated value
- $25M to $50M
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Technical Research, Engineering, and Development Services (TREDS) II supporting the Department of Energy (DOE) National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) - Nevada Field Office (NFO)
Source: DOE acquisition forecastSee the contact and incumbent, free
Norton Basin Economy 2005 to 2025
- Award expected
- FY2027
- Estimated value
- $250K to $499K
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Documents two decades of demographic, economic, and fiscal trends for communities around the Norton Sound OCS Planning Area. Community‑level baselines—spanning employment, revenues, subsistence, tourism, and Native corporation roles—improve accuracy of analyses for future offshore activities. MMA will use the profiles to support environmental assessments, understand local economic structures and adaptation, and inform planning for mineral development.
North Slope Borough Economy 2005 to 2025
- Award expected
- FY2027
- Estimated value
- $250K to $499K
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Analyzes economic and fiscal changes in the North Slope Borough adjacent to the Beaufort and Chukchi planning areas. A detailed, community‑level view of employment, income, migration, and institutional dynamics strengthens assessments tied to energy and minerals. MMA will use the findings to evaluate impacts on population and social systems and to shape mitigation strategies for future development.
Shallow Water Decommissioned-in-Place Pipeline Stability Assessment
- Award expected
- FY2027
- Estimated value
- $500K to $999K
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Evaluates lateral displacement of decommissioned‑in‑place pipelines in shallow Gulf waters and the risk to sensitive benthic habitats. Field surveys and desktop synthesis quantify movement frequency and extent to inform safeguards. MMA will use the findings to improve environmental assessments and consultations and to refine mitigation and spacing guidelines for offshore infrastructure.
Deep -sea Mining Acoustics: Site specific Vibroacoustic Propagation Characteristics Offshore Critical Mineral Development Areas
- Award expected
- FY2027
- Estimated value
- $250K to $499K
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Develops site‑specific models of sound pressure, particle motion, and substrate‑borne vibration from deep‑sea mining activities. Local oceanography and sediment coupling determine exposure levels for taxa from the seabed to the surface. MMA will use the models to predict sound fields and inform impact assessments and noise‑mitigation strategies for critical minerals operations.
Accoustically Tagged Fish Tracking around Atlantic Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) Heavy Mineral and Sand Resources
- Award expected
- FY2027
- Estimated value
- $250K to $499K
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Unifies existing acoustic telemetry arrays at Canaveral, Frying Pan, and Sandbridge shoals to quantify fish movement, displacement, and habitat re‑use before and after dredging. Region‑wide, standardized data enable defensible effects analyses. MMA will use the metrics to refine dredging windows, plan leases, and evaluate cumulative recovery of managed species.
Environmental Impacts and Impact Producing Factors for Critical Minerals Activities on the OCS
- Award expected
- FY2027
- Estimated value
- $500K to $999K
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Systematically identifies Impact‑Producing Factors (IPFs) across phases and deposit types and compiles evidence for their environmental consequences in coastal, marine, and human systems. Consistent, decision‑ready information reduces uncertainty under accelerated timelines. MMA will use the synthesis to support lease planning, NEPA analyses, consultations, stipulations, and monitoring requirements.
Validating Remote Sensed Megafauna Occurence Using Telemetry Integrated AI Models for Efficient Decision Making
- Award expected
- FY2027
- Estimated value
- $250K to $499K
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Integrates satellite telemetry and targeted remote sensing with AI to validate and predict migratory pathways for species near areas of development interest. Robust baselines reduce reliance on assumptions and support efficient permitting. MMA will use the decision‑support products—predictive maps and seasonal occurrence models—to improve environmental reviews across regions.
Decommissioning Impact Study
- Award expected
- FY2027
- Estimated value
- $250K to $499K
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement: Decom Research
National Aeronautics and Space Administration Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Phase II Sequential Solicitation
- Award expected
- Q3 FY2027
- Solicitation expected
- Q4 FY2026
- Estimated value
- $20.1M to $50M
- Set-aside
- Small business
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides policy through the combined Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. The SBIR and STTR Extension Act of 2022 amended the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 638) to extend the SBIR and STTR programs until September 30, 2025. Congress created the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program to support scientific excellence and technological innovation through the investment of federal researc…
Evaluations, Assessments, Studies, Services, and Support
- Award expected
- Q3 FY2027
- Solicitation expected
- Q4 FY2026
- Estimated value
- $50.1M to $100M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
The Science Office for Mission Assessments (SOMA) is located at NASA Langley Research Center and is responsible for the management and oversight of evaluations, assessments, and studies for the NASA Headquarters Science Mission Directorate (SMD). The scope of this contract will include evaluations, assessments, studies, services, and support for SOMA, other NASA organizations, and other Government agencies as designated in individual task orders.
Coupler Knuckle Fatigue and VLT
- Award expected
- Work starts Jul 2027
- Estimated value
- $500K to $999K
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
VLT studies have indicated higher than expected in-train forces which could decrease the fatigue life of coupler knuckles, this study will shed light on the change in fatigue life of coupler knuckles due to use in VLTs.
Wayside Detector Technology Best Practices Phase 4
- Award expected
- Work starts Jul 2027
- Estimated value
- $500K to $999K
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Continue research to capture best practices with pilot demonstrations on participating railroads of wayside technology systems to detect defects and precursors to safety critical defects in railroad rolling stock.
Detect Soil Drainage Using Electrical Resistivity Imaging Technique
- Award expected
- Work starts Jul 2027
- Estimated value
- $500K to $999K
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Use Electrical Resistivity Imaging to provide accurate readings of track substructure drainage behaviors.
Research Library Management and Support Contract
- Award expected
- Work starts Jul 2027
- Estimated value
- $2M to $4.9M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
This contract operates the onsite and virtual library including cataloging, barcoding materials, and the physical location.
Crash Injury Research and Engineering Network (CIREN) IDIQ
- Award expected
- FY2027
- Estimated value
- $10M to $19M
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
The Crash Injury Research and Engineering Network (CIREN) is a sponsor-led multi-center research and data collection program involving a collaboration of clinicians and engineers in academia, industry, and government pursuing in-depth studies of crashes, and the resultant injuries and treatments, to improve processes and outcomes. CIREN’s mission is to improve the prevention, treatment, and rehabilitation of motor vehicle crash injuries to reduce deaths, disabilities, and human and economic cos…
National Academies (NASEM)
- Award expected
- Work starts Sep 2027
- Estimated value
- $500K to $999K
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
The Ultra Fine Particle (UFP) Study will be a Report to Congress on the characteristics of aviation particle emissions, the scientific foundational materials, and health and exposure elements.
Takata Dashboard Support
- Award expected
- FY2027
- Estimated value
- $250K to $499K
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Takata Airbag Recall Data Compilation and Visualization. The purpose of this contract is to address the unprecedented and varied challenges presented by the Takata recalls. These recalls involve over 60 million Takata air bag inflators in tens of millions of vehicles in the United States.These recalls are due to a design defect whereby the PSAN propellant used in the air bag inflator degrades, causing it to burn too quickly when ignited.
Engineering and Technical Support Services for Flight Research and Development (ETSS)
- Award expected
- Q4 FY2027
- Solicitation expected
- Q2 FY2027
- Estimated value
- $50.1M to $100M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Engineering Support is needed in Research, Flight Operations, Aerodynamics, Propulsion, Dynamics and Controls , Advanced Systems Development, Flight Instrumentation, Systems Integration, Aerostructures Research, Range and Subscale Flight Research. Support is also provided for Safety and Mission Assurance.
Subsonic Vehicle Technologies and Tools (SVTT) Project Skyline NRA
- Award expected
- FY2027
- Solicitation expected
- FY2026
- Estimated value
- $10.1M to $20M
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
The Skyline NRA will solicit for technology development activities supporting roadmaps for future commercial aircraft technologies. This NRA will advertise several key topic areas that support the new Subsonic Vehicle Technologies and Tools (SVTT) Project to perform risk reduction activities to make progress maturing these technologies. The outcome will be fully developed plans for future vehicle technologies and some completed development tasks to achieve progress on those roadmaps.
Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) Contract at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory
- Award expected
- Q2 FY2028
- Solicitation expected
- Q4 FY2027
- Estimated value
- Over $1B
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
New competitive procurement for the management and operation of NASA’s Federally Funded Research and Development Center (FFRDC) at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, CA.
INTELLIGENT SYSTEMS RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT (ISRDS-4)
- Award expected
- Q2 FY2028
- Solicitation expected
- Q3 FY2026
- Estimated value
- $250M to $500M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
ISRDS-4 defines the research and development requirements in the following domains: artificial intelligence (AI), knowledge-based systems, knowledge discovery and data mining, information processing and sensors, signal analysis and feature extraction, model-based diagnostic reasoning, system fault diagnostics, prognostics, decision making, automated software methodologies, software verification, validation and safety assurance, fault-tolerant computing hardware and networking, tele-presence and…
Project and Engineering Support Services PESS III
- Award expected
- Q2 FY2028
- Solicitation expected
- Q2 FY2027
- Estimated value
- $250M to $500M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
The primary objective is to support Project and Engineering Support Services at the NATIONAL Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) Ames Research Center (ARC) with the capabilities of supporting all NASA Centers.
CLEEN V
- Award expected
- Work starts Jun 2028
- Estimated value
- $100M to $249M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Pursuant to 49 U.S.C. § 47511, the Continuous Lower Energy, Emissions and Noise (CLEEN) Program is an FAA effort to evaluate innovative aircraft technologies with improved performance and safety. Through the CLEEN Program, the FAA partners with aerospace manufacturers via a cost-sharing approach to support the development and integration of these advanced technologies into current and future aircraft.
Management and Operation of the Naval Nuclear Laboratory and Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program Support
- Award expected
- Current contract ends Sep 2028
- Estimated value
- Over $100M
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Source: DOE acquisition forecastSee the contact and incumbent, free
Glovebox Demonstration Program
- Award expected
- Current contract ends Sep 2028
- Estimated value
- $250K to $7.5M
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Source: DOE acquisition forecastSee the contact and incumbent, free
Glenn Engineering and Research Support II (GEARS II)
- Award expected
- FY2028
- Solicitation expected
- FY2027
- Estimated value
- $250M to $500M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
GEARS is the primary contract whereby the Center receives engineering, research, and scientific support. This includes but is not limited to: - Research and Engineering Support – support to the GRC Core Competency areas: Communications & intelligent systems, power, propulsion, materials & structures and systems engineering & architecture - Fundamental research on space or gravity dependent combustion and fluid systems - Facilities Engineering Support - Testing Engineering Support - Manufacturin…
Marshall Engineering Technicians and Trades Support (METTS) IV
- Award expected
- Q1 FY2029
- Solicitation expected
- Q1 FY2028
- Estimated value
- $250M to $500M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
The METTS IV Contractor shall perform engineering technicians and trades support services and shall be accountable for successful performance of the requirements as specified in the Performance Work Statement (PWS) to support MSFC programs and projects. These services cover a wide range of other disciplines deployed among a large number and variety of MSFC activities. The Contractor shall also provide the management and oversight necessary to accomplish the requirements of this PWS.
Reliance Consolidated Models Contract VII (RECOM VII)
- Award expected
- Q1 FY2029
- Solicitation expected
- Q1 FY2028
- Estimated value
- $20.1M to $50M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
RECOM includes design and/or fabrication of Aerospace Model Systems and Developmental Test Hardware used for Spaceflight, Flight, Spaceflight Development, and Ground-based tests. These precision experimental research models and hardware consist of mechanical and electrical/electronic hardware elements, incorporating new technologies such as smart materials, stereolithography, and rapid proto-typing using plastics, polymers, and metals. Place of performance will be Virginia and contractor's faci…
FILMSS (Fully Integrated Lifecycle Mission Support Services) 3
- Award expected
- Q3 FY2029
- Solicitation expected
- FY2028
- Estimated value
- $250M to $500M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
This contract will provide program, science, engineering, operations and project management support for such efforts as biosciences flight development projects (e.g., mission implementation, instrument development, and technology advancement efforts), collaborative science programs (e.g., astrobiology, virtual institutes), aeronautics research projects, and various Ames offices. This contract will also provide specialized technical and professional support for Ames Mission Support work.
NASA Academic Mission Services-2 (NAMS2) follow-on
- Award expected
- Q4 FY2029
- Solicitation expected
- FY2029
- Estimated value
- $100M to $250M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Provide scientific research associated with air traffic management, advanced technology, nanoelectronics, and prototype software. The purpose of the contract is to meet NASA aeronautics and technology mission objectives, particularly the improvement of aircraft and airspace safety as well as the transition of advanced aeronautics technologies into future air vehicles.
Aeronautics and Spaceflight Systems Engineering Support Services (ASSESS) II
- Award expected
- Q2 FY2030
- Solicitation expected
- Q3 FY2029
- Estimated value
- $50.1M to $100M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
The primary objective of the ASESS contract is to conduct and support research and technology development in order to meet evolving NASA mission objectives with respect to aircraft and spaceflight systems. Work requirements include support of scientific research; engineering design, analysis, and development; technology readiness level (TRL) advancement of work associated with evolving NASA missions; implementation of technology programs; test implementation and operations; systems analysis and…
Consolidated Operations, Management, Engineering and Test (COMET) Follow-On Contract
- Award expected
- Q3 FY2033
- Solicitation expected
- Q1 FY2032
- Estimated value
- $250M to $500M
- Set-aside
- Not decided yet
- NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
Description
Engineering; ground system development; flight vehicle/spacecraft processing; and launch, landing, and recovery operations in support of the following Exploration Systems Development (ESD) programs: Exploration Ground Systems (EGS), Space Launch System (SLS), and Orion Multi-Purpose Crew Vehicle (MPCV). The COMET contract will support the International Space Station (ISS) Program, Launch Services Program (LSP), and other NASA programs, commercial ventures, and partnerships at KSC.
Agencies planning 541715 work
- National Aeronautics and Space Administration: 22 planned
- Department of Transportation: 17 planned
- Department of the Interior: 10 planned
- Department of Energy: 5 planned
- Department of Education: 3 planned
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