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NAICS Code· 611310

Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in furnishing academic courses and granting degrees at baccalaureate or graduate levels. The requirement for admission is at least a high school diploma or equivalent general academic training. Instruction may be provided in diverse settings, such as the establishment's or client's training facilities, educational institutions, the workplace, or the home, and through diverse means, such as correspondence, television, the Internet, or other electronic and distance-learning methods. The training provided by these establishments may include the use of simulators and simulation methods. Illustrative Examples: Colleges (except junior colleges) Theological seminaries offering baccalaureate or graduate degrees Military academies, college-level Universities Professional schools (e.g., business administration, dental, law, medical) Cross-References.Show more

NAICS 611310 – Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools encompasses institutions engaged in higher education, research, and professional training that contract with federal agencies to deliver specialized services. This sector includes academic research initiatives, workforce development programs, technical training, curriculum design for federal workforce upskilling, and applied research in STEM, cybersecurity, public health, and environmental science.

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Active Contracts
$468.1M
Total Obligations (12mo)
1.4K
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
478
Contractors Awarded (12mo)
-37.8%
YoY Growth

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Federal obligations, top contractors and agencies, and related industry codes for NAICS 611310.

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NAICS 611310 – Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools encompasses institutions engaged in higher education, research, and professional training that contract with federal agencies to deliver specialized services. This sector includes academic research initiatives, workforce development pro...

NAICS 611310 – Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools encompasses institutions engaged in higher education, research, and professional training that contract with federal agencies to deliver specialized services. This sector includes academic research initiatives, workforce development programs, technical training, curriculum design for federal workforce upskilling, and applied research in STEM, cybersecurity, public health, and environmental science. Institutions in this category often serve as federally funded research and development centers (FFRDCs) or partners in grant-funded projects, leveraging their academic infrastructure to support mission-critical government objectives. The contracting landscape is unique in that it blends educational delivery with R&D services, often under cooperative agreements, grants, and direct procurement vehicles such as GSA Schedule 70 or Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs). Top contractors in this sector include prominent higher education entities such as the University of Virginia Darden School Foundation, Yale University, VarnerMiller LLC, and Open Text Inc., reflecting a mix of elite academic institutions and specialized education technology providers. These entities operate as both direct recipients and subcontractors, often partnering with commercial firms to deliver scalable training platforms, data analytics services, and policy research outputs. Primary federal buyers include the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Department of Agriculture, Department of Transportation, Department of Energy, NASA, and the Department of Health and Human Services. These agencies fund institutions to advance national security research, environmental monitoring, emergency response training, public health education, and STEM workforce pipelines. Demand is driven by statutory mandates for workforce development, scientific innovation, and compliance with federal training standards. The market is highly competitive yet opportunity-dense, with a strong emphasis on institutional reputation, research output, and compliance with federal grant regulations. Contractors with proven capabilities in grant management, IRB protocols, and federal compliance frameworks are best positioned to compete. Growing interest in digital learning platforms, cybersecurity education, and data-driven policy analysis presents expanding avenues for both large universities and niche education technology vendors.

Top Contractors

Companies with the highest total award value under NAICS 611310, ranked by dollars won.

Ranked by total awards
CompanyTotal AwardsContracts
VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER$22.0M10
THREE LINES SPARE PARTS COMPANY$19.2M2
CUBRC, INC.$16.2M5
THREE LINES SPARE PARTS COMPANY Riyadh SAU$15.4M1
MEDSTAR-GEORGETOWN MEDICAL CENTER, INC$12.9M1
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SOUTHWESTERN MEDICAL CENTER$10.5M20
UPMC PRESBYTERIAN SHADYSIDE$9.0M8
UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE$8.6M6
MEDICAL FACULTY ASSOCIATES, INC.$8.4M1
UNIVERSITY OF UTAH$8.0M9

Top Agencies

Federal agencies directing the most contract spending toward NAICS 611310.

Department Of Defense893 awards$228.2M
Department Of Veterans Affairs317 awards$185.9M
W6QK Acc-ri1 award$15.4M
W6QK Acc-Ri1 award$15.4M
National Aeronautics And Space Administration50 awards$4.2M
Department Of Homeland Security9 awards$3.8M
Department Of Defense (dod)13 awards$3.7M
Department Of Justice41 awards$3.2M
Department Of The Interior17 awards$3.1M
Department Of Health And Human Services15 awards$862K

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NAICS code 611310 covers Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in furnishing academic courses and granting degrees at baccalaureate or graduate levels. The requirement for admission is at least a high school diploma or equivalent general academic training. Instruction may be provided in diverse settings, such as the establishment's or client's training facilities, educational institutions, the workplace, or the home, and through diverse means, such as correspondence, television, the Internet, or other electronic and distance-learning methods. The training provided by these establishments may include the use of simulators and simulation methods. Illustrative Examples: Colleges (except junior colleges) Theological seminaries offering baccalaureate or graduate degrees Military academies, college-level Universities Professional schools (e.g., business administration, dental, law, medical) Cross-References.

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Artificial Intelligence and Radiomics to Predict Hepatocellular Carcinoma Risk in Cirrhosis PatientsThe National Institutes of Health, through the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, is advancing research into liver cancer prediction among patients with advanced liver disease or cirrhosis using radiographic imaging and artificial intelligence. This initiative is supported by funding from the Bench-to-Bedside and Back Award Program and aims to enhance risk assessment, evaluate recurrence after curative therapy, and drive translational research in liver disease. The University of Pennsylvania will provide a clinical cohort of patients who underwent liver transplantation for hepatocellular carcinoma, along with associated magnetic resonance imaging studies, de-identified radiology reports, and related clinical data to enable the development and validation of predictive models. The solicitation titled Artificial Intelligence and Radiomics to Predict Hepatocellular Carcinoma Risk in Cirrhosis Patients was posted on July 13, 2026, with a response deadline of July 23, 2026, and falls under NAICS code 611310. The opportunity is managed by the Office of the Director at the NIH in Bethesda, Maryland, with James B. Law serving as the primary point of contact. No set-aside provisions apply, and the performance location is in Bethesda, Maryland, aligning with the agency’s primary research infrastructure and clinical collaboration networks.
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Source Sought Notice - ABET EAC and CACThe U.S. Government has issued a Sources Sought Notice for engineering and computing accreditation services currently planned to be awarded as a sole-source contract to the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers at West Point, NY, with performance set to begin on August 31, 2026. The statutory basis for the anticipated sole-source award is 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) under FAR 6.302-1, citing ABET as the only responsible source capable of fulfilling the requirement due to its unique authority and expertise in accrediting engineering and computing programs. However, the Government is actively seeking information from other potential vendors to evaluate whether competition is feasible and to assess if current specifications may unnecessarily restrict market participation. All responses must be submitted by July 16, 2026, to the designated point of contact, and no proposals, quotes, or bids will be accepted at this stage. Respondents are requested to provide comprehensive details including their business size and certifications such as 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, or SDB, along with DUNS and CAGE codes, interest in acting as a prime or subcontractor, relevant past performance on similar accreditation or educational oversight projects, and evidence of commercial availability including pricing, delivery timelines, and terms. The NAICS code is 611310 with a size standard of $34.5 million. The Government is particularly interested in identifying any factors that may be limiting fair competition and solicits recommendations for restructuring the requirement to better enable participation by small businesses. Responses should also include suggestions for improving the specifications or performance work statement to enhance market responsiveness, and the Government reserves the right to make a non-competitive award based on the feedback received, without obligation to issue a future solicitation or to compensate respondents for their input.
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Correlation of Process-Induced Defects and Detectability Models for Laser-Wire AMNASA/NSSC is proceeding with a sole source contract award to Carnegie Mellon University for the Correlation of Process-Induced Defects and Detectability Models for Laser-Wire Additive Manufacturing, determining it is the only provider capable of fulfilling this specialized requirement. The work will be performed at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center under the authority of FAR 12.102(a), with NASA/NSSC serving as the procuring center. This acquisition is classified as a non-commercial service under FAR Part 13, and the associated NAICS code is 611310. Interested parties may submit written capabilities and qualifications to the designated point of contact by 3:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on July 13, 2026, solely to assist the government in evaluating whether to open the procurement to competition; the decision to proceed without competition rests entirely at the government’s discretion, and oral communications are not permitted in response to this notice. The NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84 on the Ombudsman applies, and the Center Ombudsman for this acquisition is accessible through the official NASA procurement website. The primary point of contact for all inquiries is Cody Guidry, Procurement Specialist II, reachable at cody.d.guidry@nasa.gov.
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DANTES CENTCOM-AFRICOM Degree ProgramThe contract H9821026PE008 was awarded on July 9, 2026, to the University of Maryland Global Campus for the DANTES CENTCOM-AFRICOM Degree Program under the Defense Human Resources Activity, a component of the Department of Defense. The award includes five Contract Line Item Numbers—0001, 1001, 2001, 3001, and 4001—each representing specific deliverables or services related to degree program support for military personnel in the CENTCOM and AFRICOM regions. The North American Industry Classification System code 611310 indicates the contract pertains to other schools and instruction, reflecting its focus on educational services tailored to defense personnel. The office responsible for the contract is located in Alexandria, Virginia, and while the place of performance is not specified, services are expected to support service members across the geographic commands. Primary point of contact is Jada Weaver, with Mike Carnley designated as secondary contact for administrative coordination. No set-aside designation was applied, meaning the contract was open to all eligible contractors.
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Collaborative space for 7 seatsNASA/NSSC is seeking to procure collaborative space for seven seats through a sole source contract awarded to New York University at 70 Washington Square South, Floor 11, New York, NY 10012, under FAR 12.102(a), based on the determination that NYU is the only available provider for this specific requirement. The performance location will be at the NASA Goddard Institute for Space Studies, and the acquisition will follow commercial item procedures outlined in FAR Part 12. The North American Industry Classification System code for this procurement is 611310, and the solicitation number is 80NSSC26937633Q. Interested parties may submit written capabilities and qualifications to the designated point of contact no later than 2:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on July 14, 2026, to assist the government in evaluating whether full and open competition is warranted; however, the decision to proceed without competition rests solely with the government. Oral communications are prohibited in response to this notice, and the NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, applies, with additional information available through the designated procurement ombudsman link. The primary point of contact for inquiries is Cody Guidry, Procurement Specialist II, reachable at Cody.d.guidry@nasa.gov.
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Lightning Advisory Panel (LAP) and further development and evaluation of the Lightning Launch Commit Criteria (LLCC)NASA/NSSC is procuring services for the Lightning Advisory Panel (LAP) and the continued development and evaluation of the Lightning Launch Commit Criteria (LLCC) through a sole source contract to Duke University, identified as the sole provider capable of fulfilling this requirement under FAR 12.102(a). The work will be performed at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center, and the procurement falls under NAICS Code 611310 with procedures prescribed in FAR Part 13 for non-commercial items. While no price quotes will be evaluated at this stage, organizations may submit written capabilities and qualifications by 12:00 p.m. Central Standard Time on July 14, 2026, to help the government determine whether competitive procurement is warranted—this determination rests solely with the government. Oral communications are not accepted in response to this notice, and all correspondence must reference ID# 80NSSC26936497Q for proper tracking. The NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84 on the Ombudsman applies, and Monica Wilson at monica.d.wilson@nasa.gov is the designated point of contact.
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R--VA-USFWS MIG BIRD-CFR WINGBEEThe U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service intends to award a firm fixed price sole source contract to the Board of Trustees of Southern Illinois University for the processing, storage, staffing, and coordination required to execute the Waterfowl Parts Collection Survey in the Mississippi Flyway. This contract, identified by solicitation number DOIFFBO260128 and classified under NAICS code 611310, is valued at $35 million over a five-year period beginning October 1, 2026, and ending September 30, 2031, encompassing one base year and four option years. The award is justified under FAR 6.302-1 due to the unique capabilities of Southern Illinois University, including specialized freezer storage exceeding 575 cubic feet maintained below freezing from October 1 to March 31 and September 15 to September 30, dedicated workspace for 40 individuals during a one-week period in February, and experienced student personnel capable of barcode scanning, data entry, species identification, and mail logistics. The university will also supply 10 tables, 40 chairs, and approximately 15 trash receptacles for annual operations, while the government provides shipping boxes, mailing labels, and other survey supplies. The contract requires full compliance with the System for Award Management (SAM) registration, with payments processed exclusively via Electronic Funds Transfer using banking information verified in the SAM database. Invoices must be submitted through the Invoice Processing Payment Platform (IPP), accompanied by detailed attachments proving all eligible costs under SOW Parts 1A, 1B, 1C, 2A2, and 2B, along with all supporting receipts, vouchers, and cost data. The place of performance is Laurel, Maryland, where the government receives final data reports and survey materials. Although this is a notice of intent and not a competitive solicitation, any interested party may submit a capability statement by July 17, 2026, to keith_rose@fws.gov in Microsoft Word or PDF format, demonstrating clear and convincing evidence that competition would benefit the government, though any associated preparation costs are borne solely by the respondent. No formal contract clauses, inspection criteria, or evaluation factors are specified because the award is non-competitive and grounded exclusively in the unique, irreplaceable attributes of the selected institution.
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Academic & Professional Exchange CoordinationThe contract seeks a subcontractor to coordinate short-term exchange programs that connect UK and U.S. professionals and students in key fields such as journalism, governance, and STEM. Responsibilities include managing all logistical aspects of the exchanges, such as travel arrangements, scheduling, and on-the-ground coordination, as well as developing structured agendas to ensure meaningful engagement and knowledge sharing. The subcontractor will also be tasked with comprehensive reporting on program outcomes, participant feedback, and overall effectiveness to support ongoing evaluation and improvement. The opportunity is issued under the U.S. Mission to the United Kingdom, part of the Department of State, and is classified under NAICS code 611310, indicating an emphasis on educational support services. The solicitation was posted on July 8, 2026, with a response deadline of August 10, 2026. There is no specified set-aside category or geographic restrictions, and performance will be tied to international exchanges across both countries without a defined primary location. The contract is structured as a subcontract, suggesting it may be part of a broader program managed by a primary contractor or federal entity.
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Secondary Education, Two-Year Postsecondary Education, and Agriculture in the K-12 Classroom Challenge Grants ProgramThe Secondary Education, Two-Year Postsecondary Education, and Agriculture in the K–12 Classroom Challenge Grants Program, administered by the National Institute of Food and Agriculture under the U.S. Department of Agriculture, aims to strengthen agriscience and agribusiness education across multiple levels of the educational system. Funding is directed toward enhancing curricula in agricultural education, improving faculty teaching skills, and inspiring K–12 students to pursue higher education and careers in food and agricultural sciences. The program encourages the integration of agriscience content into existing science, business, and consumer education courses and supports collaborative initiatives between secondary schools and institutions of higher education offering associate and bachelor’s degrees to optimize the shared use of faculty, facilities, and equipment. It also provides support for existing agriculture in the classroom initiatives targeting students from kindergarten through twelfth grade. Grants under this program are designed to address local, state, regional, or national priorities in advancing excellence in agriscience and agribusiness education. The solicitation, identified by number USDA-NIFA-CSPECA-32938, was posted on July 8, 2026, with a submission deadline of July 27, 2026. Applicants must respond through the grants.gov portal and direct inquiries to the designated point of contact, grantapplicationquestions@usda.gov, or call 202-445-5402. The program is open to federal entities and does not specify any set-asides or NAICS codes, focusing instead on fostering educational innovation and partnerships to build a stronger pipeline of skilled professionals in the agricultural sciences.
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Subject Matter Expert Services - Dental Assisting Certificate ProgramThe University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center is seeking qualified Subject Matter Experts to provide course development and/or online asynchronous instruction services for a Dental Assisting Certificate Program through the College of Dentistry in partnership with OU Education Services. Bidders may submit proposals for one or both components of the engagement, with each evaluated and contracted independently based on the detailed Scope of Work. All submissions must adhere to the requirements outlined in the attached documents, including insurance provisions, pricing templates, and full terms and conditions, which are accessible through the buyer attachments section. The solicitation window is open with a strict deadline of August 11, 2026, and all inquiries must be submitted through the official Q&A Board tool; direct communication with any University staff outside the designated Sourcing Specialist, Melody Carder, may result in disqualification. No interviews or demonstrations are required unless specifically requested by the Sourcing Specialist, and all correspondence must be directed exclusively to melody.carder@ou.edu using the official solicitation number OUHSC-RFP-2026-380.
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U099 - SOLE SOURCE - Chicago Booth School of Business Executive Education ProgramThe U.S. Navy, through NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, Mechanicsburg Office, is pursuing a sole-source firm fixed price contract with The University of Chicago’s Booth School of Business to enroll three Captains in its High Performance Leadership course under the Executive Education Program. This action is justified under FAR Part 12, which governs the acquisition of commercial products and services, as the training is offered by a commercial institution with fixed schedules and limited flexibility, leaving the Department of the Navy with no ability to influence timing or location of sessions. Captains are provided with a list of approved executive development opportunities and select sessions based on personal and professional needs, further supporting the non-competitive nature of this acquisition. The requirement is classified under NAICS code 611310, and performance will occur in Chicago, Illinois. The solicitation, identified as N0018926EXECED, was posted on July 7, 2026, with responses due by July 11, 2026. Any challenges to the sole-source justification must be submitted in writing to Kaitlin O’Brien at the provided email address and must provide sufficient evidence of an equivalent service that meets the government's needs; the government retains sole discretion to determine whether to proceed without competition. No set-aside is applicable, and no contract value, delivery schedule, technical specifications, evaluation criteria, or special requirements are available in the provided documentation due to system access limitations.
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U009--New Requirement for Curriculum development, policy analysis, community engagement for cultural, structural and institutional barriers for VAPIHCSThe contract solicitation titled U009—New Requirement for Curriculum development, policy analysis, community engagement for cultural, structural and institutional barriers for VAPIHCS seeks proposals to develop comprehensive strategies addressing cultural, structural, and institutional barriers affecting veterans' access to care within the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. The work involves designing educational curricula, conducting policy analyses, and facilitating community engagement initiatives aimed at improving cultural competency and removing systemic obstacles. The solicitation number is 36C26126Q0812, posted on July 7, 2026, with responses due by July 20, 2026, at 8:00 PM Eastern Time. This is a combined solicitation under NAICS code 611310, which pertains to other schools and instruction, indicating a focus on educational and training services rather than traditional academic instruction. The contracting office is the 261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 under the Department of Veterans Affairs, located in Mather, California, with a zip code of 95655. The point of contact is Durell Salaz, Contract Specialist, reachable at durell.salaz@va.gov. The place of performance has not been specified in the provided data, but the scope of work is clearly tied to the operations and veteran outcomes at VAPIHCS.
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