Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (Except Biotechnology) — NAICS 541712
Browse federal contract opportunities classified under NAICS code 541712 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (Except Biotechnology)). Find active solicitations on SAM.gov, understand size standards, and discover set-aside opportunities for your business.
About NAICS 541712
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (Except Biotechnology). This industry falls under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services sector (NAICS codes beginning with 54).
Federal agencies use NAICS code 541712 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences (except biotechnology) space should include this code in their SAM.gov registration and capability statements to ensure they appear in relevant searches.
How to Use NAICS 541712 in Federal Contracting
To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 541712, your business should be registered in SAM.gov with this NAICS code listed in your entity profile. When agencies post solicitations for research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences (except biotechnology) work, they reference this code to determine the applicable small business size standard and any set-aside eligibility.
If you hold certifications such as 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or WOSB, you may be eligible for set-aside contracts under this NAICS code. These set-asides limit competition to certified small businesses, giving you a significant advantage in winning federal work.
FedOverwatch monitors SAM.gov daily and can automatically match you with new opportunities under NAICS 541712. Set up your profile with your NAICS codes and certifications to receive personalized contract alerts.
NAICS 541712 Market Intelligence
Based on 3 years of federal award data from USAspending.gov, the research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences (except biotechnology) market has seen 12,346 contract awards totaling $26.3B in value. The median contract size is $500K, with approximately 343 new awards per month.
Total Awards (3yr)
12,346
Total Value
$26.3B
Median Contract
$500K
Competitors
376
Contract value distribution
5,748 small business awards ($8.9B total value,$400K median)
376 companies compete for NAICS 541712 contracts
See who's winning, their award values, and where you fit in the market
Explore CompetitorsSize Standards
The SBA establishes size standards for each NAICS code to define what qualifies as a "small business" for federal contracting purposes. For NAICS 541712 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (Except Biotechnology)), the size standard is based on either average annual receipts or number of employees, depending on the specific industry. Meeting the size standard for your primary NAICS code is required to qualify for small business set-aside contracts.
Visit the SBA Size Standards Table to find the current threshold for NAICS 541712.
Recent NAICS 541712 Opportunities
View all →The U.S. Army is procuring replacement Geiger Quad G530 & G550 Detection Operated Air Sampling (DOAS) systems for use in environmental monitoring, with key requirements including specific technical specifications and performance standards.
The U.S. Army is procuring an Annual Service Plan for a MACSQuant Tyto Cell Sorter, requiring maintenance and support services.
The Department of Defense is procuring wearable gunshot and drone detection systems for military personnel, requiring advanced detection capabilities and integration with existing communication networks.
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