Who are the top companies winning NAICS 541715 contracts?

Top contractors winning awards under NAICS 541715 include THE RAND CORPORATION, LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION, THE MITRE CORPORATION, LEIDOS BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH INC, and RAYTHEON COMPANY. These companies have received the highest contract values in this NAICS code over the last 12 months. View the full contractor list .

Which agencies award the most NAICS 541715 contracts?

The agencies awarding the most contracts under NAICS 541715 include Department Of Defense, Washington Headquarters Services, National Aeronautics And Space Administration, Department Of Health And Human Services, and Naval Research Laboratory. These agencies represent the largest sources of procurement activity for Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology).

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What is the market trend for NAICS 541715?

Government spending on NAICS 541715 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)) has declined by 41.6% year-over-year. In the last 12 months, 12,655 contracts worth $17,381,200,544 were awarded to 5,878 unique contractors. Despite the decline, this remains an active procurement category with ongoing opportunities.

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NAICS Code· 541715

NAICS 541715: Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)

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This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in conducting research and experimental development (except nanotechnology and biotechnology research and experimental development) in the physical, engineering, and life sciences, such as agriculture, electronics, environmental, biology, botany, computers, chemistry, food, fisheries, forests, geology, health, mathematics, medicine, oceanography, pharmacy, physics, veterinary, and other allied subjects. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 541715 – Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology) encompasses scientific and technical R&D activities focused on advancing knowledge in physics, mechanical engineering, materials science, environmental science, chemistry, and applied life sciences. This sector supports government missions through experimental design, prototype development, data analysis, modeling and simulation, and laboratory testing of novel technologies.

1.5K

Active Contracts

$17.4B

Total Obligations (12mo)

12.7K

Awarded Contracts (12mo)

5.9K

Contractors Awarded (12mo)

Median Bidders per Award

-41.6%

YoY Growth

Industry Spending Overview

Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 541715.

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Top Contractors

Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 541715, ranked by dollars won.

Ranked by total awards

Company	Total Awards	Contracts
THE RAND CORPORATION	$986.0M	3
LOCKHEED MARTIN CORPORATION	$640.0M	28
THE MITRE CORPORATION	$639.1M	32
LEIDOS BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH INC	$597.6M	28
RAYTHEON COMPANY	$547.0M	6
NATIONAL SECURITY TECHNOLOGY ACCELERATOR INC	$500.0M	1
L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES INTEGRATED SYSTEMS L.P.	$499.6M	3
VANTAGE ANALYTICAL LLC	$499.0M	1
BASTION TECHNOIOGIES INC	$488.0M	1
NORTHROP GRUMMAN SYSTEMS CORPORATION	$477.5M	1

Top Agencies

Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 541715.

Department Of Defense7,760 awards$7.8B

Washington Headquarters Services2 awards$1.5B

National Aeronautics And Space Administration727 awards$1.1B

Department Of Health And Human Services221 awards$849.6M

Naval Research Laboratory10 awards$656.7M

Department Of Defense (dod)1,173 awards$504.9M

Missile Defense Agency (mda)2 awards$499.6M

FA9453 Afrl Rvk1 award$499.0M

NASA Marshall Space Flight Center1 award$488.0M

Department Of Energy (doe)610 awards$376.3M

Competition

How many companies historically bid on federal awards in NAICS 541715, from bidder counts reported on USAspending.

Crowded Field

Median above 5 bidders per reported award. · 49,676 reported awards

Median Bidders

Per reported award, all-time

Single-Bid Awards

31%

Share of reported awards with one bidder

10+ Bidder Awards

47%

Share of reported awards with 10+ bidders

Reported Awards

69% of 71,897 total awards

How this code compares up the NAICS hierarchy. Parent cohorts pool every code under their prefix, so they are the steadier baseline when a 6-digit sample is thin.

Industry Family	Competition	Median Bidders	Single-Bid	Reported Awards
541715This Code Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)	Crowded Field	8	31%	49,67669% of 71,897
54171NAICS Industry	Fewer Bidders	2	42%	246,23282% of 298,540
5417Industry Group Scientific Research and Development Services	Fewer Bidders	2	40%	282,50484% of 338,034
541Subsector	Fewer Bidders	2	49%	2,915,44885% of 3,412,306
54Sector Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services	Fewer Bidders	2	49%	2,915,44885% of 3,412,306

Bidder counts reported on past federal awards in this NAICS (USAspending). An open opportunity has no bidders yet, so this is the historical norm for similar work, not a fact about this solicitation. Not all awards report bidder counts, and fewer bidders often means incumbent-held work rather than an easier win. Federal reporting of bidder counts fell from ~96% of awards (FY2016) to ~30% (FY2018 onward); the chart shows shares of reported awards, and washed-out stretches mark years with fewer than 30 of them.

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NAICS code 541715 covers Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology). This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in conducting research and experimental development (except nanotechnology and biotechnology research and experimental development) in the physical, engineering, and life sciences, such as agriculture, electronics, environmental, biology, botany, computers, chemistry, food, fisheries, forests, geology, health, mathematics, medicine, oceanography, pharmacy, physics, veterinary, and other allied subjects. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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A--Cybersecurity of Novel Technology Implementations

Solicitation # 31310026R0012

The Nuclear Regulatory Commission is soliciting proposals under solicitation number 31310026R0012 to address cybersecurity challenges associated with the implementation of artificial intelligence and machine learning in both operating and new or advanced nuclear reactors. This effort focuses on ensuring the integrity, availability, and confidentiality of critical systems that rely on novel technology, with an emphasis on securing AI and ML applications that are integrated into reactor operations, monitoring, and control environments. The contract is a total small business set-aside, meaning only small businesses as defined by the Small Business Administration are eligible to respond, and it falls under NAICS code 541715 for scientific research and development services. Proposals must be submitted by June 2, 2026, at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The work will be performed for the Nuclear Regulatory Commission based in Rockville, Maryland, and will require expertise in cybersecurity frameworks, nuclear system architectures, and the specific vulnerabilities introduced by AI and ML technologies. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Jeffrey R. Mitchell, who can be reached via email or phone. The solicitation is open to small businesses capable of delivering innovative, risk-mitigated solutions that align with regulatory expectations and industry best practices for securing advanced reactor technologies against evolving cyber threats. All responses must demonstrate a clear understanding of the unique cybersecurity posture required for nuclear environments where operational safety and security are paramount.

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Industry Engagement – Common Autonomous Multi-Domain Launcher (CAML) Strategy Overview

Solicitation # W50RAJ26IECAML

The Department of Defense, through the Rapid Capabilities Critical Technology Office, has issued a special notice for an industry engagement session regarding the Common Autonomous Multi-Domain Launcher strategy. This session is designed to provide a programmatic overview of the government acquisition strategy, explain the rationale for recent changes, and clarify the relationship between previous and current CAML efforts. The event will take place in Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, with a response deadline of August 31, 2026. This engagement is strictly an informational session and does not serve as a Request for Information or a Request for Solutions Brief. Specifically, the session will not address details, evaluation criteria, or individual submissions related to the open Request for Solutions Brief W50RAJ269A014 concerning the 36K Lbs Variant, Leader Prototype, and Autonomy Command and Control integration. Primary contact for this initiative is Abbie Chatelain.

Rapid Capabilities Critical Technology Ofc

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Synthetic Training Environment (STE) Virtual Software (VSW)

Solicitation # STE-VSW-26-0006

The Army Contracting Command Aberdeen Proving Grounds Orlando Division is issuing a Call for Solutions under the Army Open Solicitation for the Synthetic Training Environment Virtual Software. The primary objective is to identify a cost-effective and technically sound solution that provides a doctrinal gate to live fire, a combined arms environment, full mission command concurrency, and an open system architecture with published SDKs and APIs for rapid integration. The acquisition process begins with a draft posting on August 27, 2026, followed by a final posting on September 10, 2026. Key milestones include an Industry Day in Orlando from September 15 to 17, with final solutions due by September 21, 2026. Following a down-select and demonstration phase in October, the government anticipates awarding contracts for Lots 1 through 5 by November 6, 2026.

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Professional and Technical Support Services

Solicitation # HH082520260001

Washington Headquarters Services, Acquisition Directorate, on behalf of the Office of the Undersecretary of War for Research and Engineering ManTech Program, intends to award a short-term, sole source bridge contract to the incumbent contractor, PM2 Strategies, LLC. This contract provides technical, professional, administrative, management, policy, and operational support for the Engineering Research, Development and Strategic Planning for Industrial Base Collaboration and Transition for OSD ManTech and the Technology Innovation Industrial Base. The services support both the OUSW(R&E) and the Air Force Research Laboratory Manufacturing and Industrial Technologies Division. The bridge contract is designed to maintain continuity of services while a follow-on requirement is in source selection. The total period of performance is scheduled from October 6, 2026, to April 5, 2027, consisting of a two-month base period and a four-month option period. This award is being made under FAR authorities restricting competition due to the likelihood that awarding to any other source would result in substantial duplication of costs to the government.

Washington Headquarters Services

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Solicitation # 6-B141-Q-00419-00

Argonne National Laboratory, a Department of Energy contractor based in Lemont, Illinois, is issuing solicitation number 6-B141-Q-00419-00 under the title FASTMINI. This procurement falls under NAICS code 541715 and is being evaluated based on the lowest price, technically acceptable methodology. Interested parties must submit all required forms and a signed solicitation, specifically ensuring that points A through F on page 2 of the ANL-70 form are completed, as incomplete submissions will be discarded. The contractual framework is governed by the ANL-71 Commercial Terms and Conditions, which incorporate Federal Acquisition Regulations and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations. These terms cover essential legal and procedural elements including warranties, payments, termination, and export license agreements. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Elizabeth DeCarlo. All necessary documentation and signed forms must be submitted by the specified deadline to be considered for the award.

Argonne National Labor - DOE Contractor

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Federal Protective Service (FPS) Network Scanning Tool

Solicitation # 70RSAT26RFI000028

The Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate, through the Homeland Security Advanced Research Projects Agency, is conducting market research to develop a portable, agentless network scanning tool for the Federal Protective Service. The objective is to create a solution capable of real-time discovery and inventory of Information Technology, Internet of Things, and Operational Technology assets, specifically for use in environments lacking centralized monitoring. The selected contractor will be responsible for the design, development, testing, and delivery of the tool, including a user interface, comprehensive documentation, and training materials. The tool must integrate with existing inventory and reporting systems and comply with federal cybersecurity standards such as FISMA and NIST. The project is estimated at a total cost of 2,000,000 dollars with a performance period of twelve months from the date of award. While the tool must be durable and portable, the government has clarified that a ruggedized transport case is sufficient for the electronic components, and individual components do not require independent ruggedization. This effort is currently in the Request for Information stage under NAICS code 541715 to identify qualified sources and evaluate technical capabilities, including the use of Best-in-Class vehicles. Access to sensitive or classified information is not required for the execution of this statement of work.

Sci Technology Acq Division

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N66001-26-R-0030 - Academic Research MAC

Solicitation # N6600126R0030

Naval Information Warfare Center Pacific plans to issue a solicitation exclusively for research and development engineering services from eligible educational institutions under a multiple-award indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract. The procurement, identified as N66001-26-R-0030, will replace previous contracts previously held under N66001-21-D-0041, N66001-21-D-0042, and N66001-21-D-0043, and will use cost-reimbursement, no-fee contract line items. Work will primarily be conducted at the universities’ own facilities, though some efforts may occur at NIWC Pacific or other government or contractor sites as needed. The contract structure includes a two-year base period with a one three-year option, resulting in a potential five-year ordering period. The applicable NAICS code is 541715 and the Product Service Code is AC33. The Request for Proposals is expected to be released around 10 August 2026, with award decisions anticipated by October 2026. No hard copy solicitations will be distributed, and all information will be available electronically. Questions should be directed to Contract Specialist Ashley Prokop at the provided Navy email address. The solicitation was posted on 21 July 2026 with a response deadline of 28 July 2026.

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Notice of Intent to Sole Source – George Washington University

Solicitation # 26-008606

The National Institutes of Health Clinical Center intends to award a firm fixed price sole source purchase order to George Washington University to increase epidemiologist hours under existing contract 75N98026P01031. This action is necessary to address workload requirements identified during the first project year, specifically regarding study design, protocol development, and analytic framework formulation, which required more effort than originally budgeted to maintain scientific rigor and grant compliance. The procurement is being conducted under FAR Part 13 Simplified Acquisition Procedures, allowing for a sole source award as the government determines only one source is reasonably available. The work will be performed in Bethesda, Maryland, under NAICS code 541715 and Product Service Code AJ52. Interested parties may submit capabilities or comments to the contract specialist by September 3, 2026.

National Institutes Of Health - Cc

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ETHEREAL FORGE: Call for Participation – Test & Evaluation of Advanced Electromagnetic Warfare (EW) Capabilities

Solicitation # FA221721389XX

The ETHEREAL FORGE initiative, managed by the Department of Defense under solicitation FA221721389XX, seeks to test and evaluate advanced Electromagnetic Warfare capabilities that conform to the Modular Open Systems Approach. The primary goal is to assess modular hardware and software components against realistic threats to accelerate the fielding of next-generation Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations systems. By utilizing open standards such as SOSA, CMOSS, FACE, VITA, and AMS-GRA, the program aims to create a rapid, iterative process for sensing and engaging within the electromagnetic environment. Key outcomes of this effort include conducting Technology Readiness Assessments for candidate software and hardware, generating data to inform future budgeting and acquisition cycles, and developing prototype infrastructure to streamline testing. This special notice was posted on August 27, 2026, with a response deadline of October 10, 2026. The project is centered at Offutt Air Force Base in Nebraska and is designed to bridge the gap between capability development and final integration by program offices.

FA2217 Cocom C2 Aflcmc/hbc

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Broad Agency Announcement _ TRMC _ TE-ST _ W900KK-22-R-0012

Solicitation # W900KK-22-R-0012

The Broad Agency Announcement W900KK-22-R-0012 is a long-term solicitation active through March 14, 2037, aimed at advancing Research, Development, Test and Evaluation (RDT&E) technologies to enhance the Department of Defense’s Test and Evaluation/Science and Technology (T&E/S&T) capabilities. It targets Technology Readiness Levels (TRLs) 3–6, focusing on innovations that will make T&E processes higher quality, more cost-effective, and faster across Developmental, Operational, and Live-Fire Testing domains. The program actively seeks novel, high-risk, high-payoff solutions that are too unconventional for current DoD adoption, prioritizing technical merit and mission relevance over cost. Proposals must align with specific Opportunity Notices detailing technical areas such as high-G centrifuges for IMU testing, requiring precision engineering, sustainability planning, and compliance with advanced performance metrics. Submission requires a multi-volume technical and cost proposal adhering to strict formatting, page limits, and naming conventions, with all documents delivered electronically to designated officials by the deadline. Key attachments include signed data rights, intellectual property assertions, cost worksheets, and project quad charts, all subject to Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), export control, and Limited Dissemination markings. Evaluation prioritizes scientific and technical merit equally with mission relevance, followed by cost realism, using a trade-off process rather than Lowest Price Technically Acceptable. Contractors must comply with rigorous security protocols including Facility Clearance Levels, NISPOM standards, antiterrorism training, and organizational conflict of interest disclosures, particularly when providing prior advising services to TRMC. All work must be performed under strict data rights agreements, with the government expecting unlimited rights to developed IP unless explicitly restricted, and prohibits public dissemination of results without approval under ITAR or CUI regulations. Performance is structured in phased milestones with defined exit criteria and deliverables including prototypes, software with source code, and system documentation, all subject to Government inspection and acceptance via DD Form 250 at designated facilities, with no FOB terms specified. Submission is governed by a clear chain of contact, administrative requirements, and adherence to federal acquisition guidelines, but no contract value, funding ceiling, or payment details are provided in the solicitation.

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Bordeaux Program Solicitation

Solicitation # DARPA-PS-26-20

The Bordeaux Program Solicitation, identified as DARPA-PS-26-20, was intended to procure innovative research in cybersecurity performance within artificial intelligence, including AI models and hardware, through an Other Transaction (OT) for Prototype Agreement authorized under 10 U.S.C. § 4022. This instrument bypasses standard FAR and DFARS requirements, instead operating under flexible, non-traditional contract terms focused on rapid prototyping and revolutionary scientific advancement, explicitly excluding proposals that offer only incremental improvements. The program’s scope requires proposers to develop a deliverable prototype, submit detailed technical documentation as outlined in Attachment 2, and adhere to a milestone-driven payment structure tied to specific performance events tracked via Attachment L. Evaluation prioritizes overall scientific and technical merit—assessing innovation, feasibility, team expertise, technical foundation, task completeness, and risk mitigation—followed by cost evaluation ensuring alignment with effort, technical linkage to budget, and milestone-specific value. Offerors must submit proposals in two volumes: a technical volume limited to 25 pages plus supporting documents, and a cost volume using the mandatory DARPA Standard Cost Proposal Spreadsheet in Excel format with intact formulas; both must include required entity identifiers (UEI, CAGE, TIN) and organization type certifications. Proposals must be submitted by email to Bordeaux@darpa.mil by the revised deadline of June 12, 2026, and proposers must comply with stringent security requirements, including U.S. citizenship and TOP SECRET clearance for up to twelve personnel seeking SAP access, NISPOM compliance, and disclosure of any organizational conflicts of interest. The solicitation also outlines administrative procedures including invoicing through WAWF, registration in SAM, and payment by DFAS upon AOR verification of milestone completion, with records to be retained for three years after final payment. As of June 5, 2026, at 12:00 PM Eastern Time, this solicitation has been suspended with immediate effect due to a DARPA system discrepancy, halting all proposal preparation and submission activities. No submissions, whether received before or after the suspension notice, will be reviewed unless the solicitation is reinstated by a formal amendment. The government retains the option to either amend the current solicitation or close it and issue a new Broad Agency Announcement or Program Solicitation. The point of contact for administrative and contractual matters is Mark Jones, DARPA Agreements Officer, reachable at Bordeaux@darpa.mil. The program’s performance is

Defense Advanced Research Projects Agcy

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Stryker Family of Vehicles Commercial Solutions Opening

Solicitation # W912CH-26-S-0010

The Commercial Solutions Opening (CSO) under solicitation W912CH-26-S-0010, issued by the Army Contracting Command – Detroit Arsenal for the Program Manager Stryker Brigade Combat Team, is designed to accelerate the acquisition of innovative commercial technologies to modernize the Stryker Family of Vehicles. This CSO remains open until May 7, 2031, but companies cannot submit proposals directly in response to this announcement; instead, they must monitor SAM.gov for individual Areas of Interest (AoIs), which serve as the only authorized portals for proposal submissions. Each AoI will define specific needs, deadlines, and delivery requirements, with proposals evaluated under a streamlined, multi-phase process: submission of a Solution Brief, optional presentation or pitch, and finally, a full Commercial Solution Proposal. Proposals must be submitted in two separate volumes—Technical and Price—with the Technical Volume capped at 20 pages and the Solution Brief limited to either five pages or fifteen slides. All submissions must be unclassified, in Word or PDF format, and submitted exclusively through the active AoI posting on SAM.gov. Awards under this CSO may take the form of FAR Part 12 Fixed-Price contracts or Other Transaction Authority (OTA) agreements under 10 U.S.C. 4022, with no reimbursement for proposal development costs. The evaluation is non-LPTA and based on a trade-off approach considering eight factors in descending order of importance: solution relevance, technical merit, innovation level, technical risk, cost risk, schedule risk, company viability, and intellectual property/data rights risk. Offerors must have a valid Unique Entity ID and be registered in SAM.gov, and must submit a Warranties and Representations form to establish eligibility. While no socioeconomic certifications are required, foreign-owned entities must be able to obtain necessary security clearances to access prescribed information. Payment will be processed through WAWF, and the contracting officer contacts are Marta Furman and Taylor Ferguson. The Government may negotiate follow-on production contracts without competition after successful prototype development, and no formal contract value or line-item pricing is specified in this solicitation, as pricing and scope are defined per AoI. The place of performance and delivery terms vary by AoI, with Michigan's Detroit Arsenal area serving as the contracting office location.

Department Of The Army

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