Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology): NAICS 541714
Browse federal contract opportunities classified under NAICS code 541714 (Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)). Find active solicitations on SAM.gov, understand size standards, and discover set-aside opportunities for your business.
About NAICS 541714
Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology). This industry falls under the Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services sector (NAICS codes beginning with 54).
Federal agencies use NAICS code 541714 when posting contract opportunities on SAM.gov to classify the type of work being solicited. Businesses that operate in the research and development in biotechnology (except nanobiotechnology) space should include this code in their SAM.gov registration and capability statements to ensure they appear in relevant searches.
How to Use NAICS 541714 in Federal Contracting
To compete for federal contracts under NAICS 541714, 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 biotechnology (except nanobiotechnology) 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.
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NAICS 541714 Market Intelligence
Based on 3 years of federal award data from USAspending.gov, the research and development in biotechnology (except nanobiotechnology) market has seen 3,203 contract awards totaling $11.0B in value. The median contract size is $210K, with approximately 89 new awards per month.
Total Awards (3yr)
3,203
Total Value
$11.0B
Median Contract
$210K
Competitors
786
Contract value distribution
1,175 small business awards ($2.2B total value,$167K median)
786 companies compete for NAICS 541714 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 541714 (Research and Development in Biotechnology (except Nanobiotechnology)), 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 541714.
Recent NAICS 541714 Opportunities
View all →The Department of Health and Human Services is contracting with the University of Maryland Medical Center to establish a biorepository for patients suspected of or diagnosed with pulmonary hypertension. This project involves collecting blood samples, demographics, clinical assessments, and outcome data to support translational research. The contract will be awarded on a sole source basis due to the specific requirements of the research plan and the need for a local center of excellence.
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration is procuring pilot chamber testing facilities for hypobaric Decompression Sickness studies, requiring three test days with data collection as per research protocols. Offerors must comply with specific submission requirements and demonstrate technical acceptability, past performance, and price in their proposals.
The Department of Health and Human Services is procuring late-stage clinical development and regulatory approval for 2-PAM autoinjectors intended to treat organophosphate poisoning in both adult and pediatric populations. This includes the procurement of these autoinjectors for the SNS/CHEMPACK Program, which is crucial for emergency response to nerve agent exposure.
The Department of Veterans Affairs is procuring Methylome End to End Samples Processing Services, which are specialized sequencing services required for high-quality methylation analysis. Twist Bioscience Corporation is the only vendor capable of providing these services, which include enzyme-linked target sequencing and specific experimental protocols, ensuring research effectiveness and accuracy. The procurement is awarded in accordance with FAR 13.106-1(b)(1).
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency is seeking proposals for the Resuscitation and Prevention of Ischemia-Induced Dysfunction (RAPIID) program Technical Area 3. The project focuses on developing medical interventions to prevent organ dysfunction following ischemia-reperfusion injury during resuscitation.
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