RESEARCH PLANNING, INC.

Research Planning, Inc. specializes in environmental consulting services with deep expertise in emergency response, ecological compliance, and technical support for marine and freshwater systems. The firm delivers expert witness services, oil spill response planning, marine debris mitigation, and environmental compliance for complex federal incidents, including blowouts and hurricane-related impacts. They integrate unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) for environmental monitoring, develop scientific methodologies for benthic recovery modeling, and support geospatial analysis through specialized software platforms used in multi-agency oil spill exercises. Their technical proficiency spans regulatory frameworks such as 40 CFR 300.145(c)(1), ecological data validation for Unusually Sensitive Areas, and the application of geophysical surveying tools in hazard assessment and response coordination. The company maintains a strong, sustained relationship with the Department of Commerce, particularly NOAA’s Office of Response and Restoration, providing critical support for chemical hazard response, environmental compliance, and data modernization. Additional engagements with the Department of Justice, Department of the Interior, Department of Transportation, and Department of Homeland Security reflect a niche focus on science-driven legal support, ecosystem recovery analysis, and cross-agency situational awareness tools for environmental emergencies. Primary work centers on NAICS 541620 (Environmental Consulting Services), where they bridge scientific research with operational decision-making for federal environmental management. Their vertical specialization lies in marine and coastal ecosystem response, regulatory compliance, and applied geospatial technologies. They are positioned as a trusted technical advisor for agencies requiring evidence-based environmental solutions under dynamic, high-stakes conditions. As a Women-Owned Small Business and Woman-Owned Business certified firm headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina, Research Planning, Inc. leverages its small business structure to deliver agile, specialized support tailored to federal environmental mandates. Their certifications enhance access to targeted procurement opportunities while reinforcing commitment to diversity in federal contracting.