DUNLAP AND ASSOCIATES, INC.

Dunlap and Associates, Inc. specializes in applied social science research focused on transportation safety, behavioral analysis, and policy development for federal agencies. Their core capabilities include designing and evaluating behavioral interventions, conducting literature syntheses on traffic safety trends, and developing evidence-based tools to inform enforcement and public education strategies. The firm excels in human factors research, particularly around impaired driving, distracted driving, helmet use, and driver detection cues for substances beyond alcohol. They possess deep expertise in survey methodology, observational study design, and the translation of empirical findings into actionable guidance for agencies like the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Their work often involves synthesizing complex datasets, engaging with multidisciplinary task forces, and producing technical reports that directly influence national safety protocols. The company maintains a sustained and focused relationship with the Department of Transportation, particularly through its National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), where they deliver research-driven support for motorist behavior initiatives. Their engagements consistently center on improving road safety through behavioral science, including the assessment of field sobriety tests, motorcycle gear ergonomics, and sentinel surveillance systems for impaired driving trends. Their primary industry focus is research and development in the social sciences and humanities, with an emphasis on transportation safety policy, public health interventions, and behavioral compliance. They position themselves as a niche provider of non-engineering, human-centered research that bridges academic rigor with operational feasibility for federal stakeholders. Dunlap and Associates, Inc. is a small business structured as a 2L entity based in Cary, North Carolina. While they hold no formal government certifications, their consistent performance on high-priority DOT initiatives demonstrates established credibility and institutional trust within the federal research contracting landscape.