National Science Foundation - Federal Contracts
The National Science Foundation has awarded 1,086 federal contracts worth $43.3B to 231 recipients, an average of $39.9M per award. About 4% of its awards flow through small-business set-aside programs. There are currently 4 open solicitations accepting bids. Explore set-asides, top contractors, the buying sub-agencies, and live opportunities below.
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Contracting with the National Science Foundation
In FY2027, the National Science Foundation obligated $14M across 12 contract actions, an average of $39.9M per award. Roughly 4% of its awards are reserved for small businesses through programs such as 8(a) Business Development, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned. Its most active buying office is the National Science Foundation. Vendors most commonly compete under NAICS 541611 (Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services) and 541511. Most of this work is performed in Maryland and Virginia. Its largest small-business channel is 8(a) Business Development, with 44 awards worth $14.5M. Over the years on record it has obligated funds to 231 distinct contractors, and currently lists 4 open solicitations accepting bids. Vendors pursuing National Science Foundation work should register in SAM.gov under the NAICS codes listed above, track the open solicitations, and set an alert to be notified the moment a new opportunity is posted.
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