R&D contracts in Alabama
Federal research and development work in Alabama that is set aside for small businesses. As of Oct 17, 2026: 0 open notices, 9 set-aside contracts ending in the next 6 to 18 months, and 48 new set-aside awards in the last 12 months.
Covers NAICS 5417 (Scientific Research and Development Services). Place of performance: Alabama.
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Contracts ending soon (recompetes)
| Score | Incumbent | Agency | Industry | State | Total obligated | Ends |
|---|
| 92 | INTEGRATED SOLUTIONS FOR SYSTEMS, INC. AWARD AGAINST BAA W56KGU18RPN22, TOPIC 6, DEVELOPMENT AND DEMONSTRATION OF PLUG-AND-PLAY… Why 92? ends in 8 mo · no option years left · $11M · 1 offer last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 8 months (Jun 30, 2027). +27/30
- No unexercised option years on record, so new work likely has to be awarded when it ends. +20/20
- $11M obligated so far. +15/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition), and only 1 offer came in. +20/20
- Standalone contract, so the follow-on is not tied to an existing vehicle. +10/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2022 (about 5 years).
| Department of Defense Department of the Army | Research and Development in the… | AL | $10,719,141 | Jun 30, 2027 |
| 83 | ENLOGIX JV LLC MATERIAL - BASE PERIOD Why 83? ends in 10 mo · no option years left · $28M · 7 offers last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 10 months (Aug 30, 2027). +23/30
- No unexercised option years on record, so new work likely has to be awarded when it ends. +20/20
- $28M obligated so far. +18/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition) with 7 offers (crowded field). +12/20
- Standalone contract, so the follow-on is not tied to an existing vehicle. +10/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2022 (about 4 years).
| Department of Defense Department of the Army | Research and Development in the… | AL | $27,928,068 | Aug 30, 2027 |
| 81 | RSI-QUANTITECH JV LLC MARSHALL ENGINEERING TECHNICIANS AND TRADES SUPPORT (METTS III) COVERS A WIDE RANGE OF… Why 81? ends in 14 mo · no option years left · $268M · 3 offers last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 14 months (Dec 31, 2027). +14/30
- No unexercised option years on record, so new work likely has to be awarded when it ends. +20/20
- $268M obligated so far. +20/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition) with 3 offers. +17/20
- Standalone contract, so the follow-on is not tied to an existing vehicle. +10/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2023 (about 4 years).
| National Aeronautics and Space Administration National Aeronautics and Space Administration | Research and Development in the… | AL | $268,069,068 | Dec 31, 2027 |
| 81 | SENTIENT CORP IGF::OT::IGF ARMY SMALL BUSINESS INNOVATION RESEARCH (SBIR) PHASE II EFFORT ENTITLED,… Why 81? ends in 13 mo · no option years left · $12M · 1 offer last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 13 months (Nov 30, 2027). +16/30
- No unexercised option years on record, so new work likely has to be awarded when it ends. +20/20
- $12M obligated so far. +15/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition), and only 1 offer came in. +20/20
- Standalone contract, so the follow-on is not tied to an existing vehicle. +10/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2018 (about 8 years).
| Department of Defense Department of the Army | Research and Development in the… | AL | $12,121,673 | Nov 30, 2027 |
| 63 | INTUITIVE RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION ISSUANCE OF TASK ORDER FROM BLANKET PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE OF… Why 63? ends in 9 mo · options could run to Apr 2028 · $12M · 3 offers last time · GSA Schedule holders- Ends in about 9 months (Jul 8, 2027). +26/30
- Unexercised options on record could extend it to Apr 30, 2028, so the agency may extend instead of recompeting. +0/20
- $12M obligated so far. +15/20
- Last time it was competed in full and open competition with 3 offers. +17/20
- Ordered under a GSA Schedule (FSS) contract (47QRAA20D0022); you would likely need your own GSA Schedule to compete. +5/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2022 (about 4 years).
| Department of Defense Department of the Army | Research and Development in the… | AL | $11,972,928 | Jul 8, 2027 |
| 58 | NTSI LLC TEAMS-NEXT SPECIALIZED ENGINEERING ANALYSES Why 58? ends in 16 mo · options could run to Aug 2030 · $196M · 2 offers last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 16 months (Feb 12, 2028). +11/30
- Unexercised options on record could extend it to Aug 12, 2030, so the agency may extend instead of recompeting. +0/20
- $196M obligated so far. +20/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition) with 2 offers. +17/20
- Standalone contract, so the follow-on is not tied to an existing vehicle. +10/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2023 (about 4 years).
| Department of Defense Missile Defense Agency | Research and Development in the… | AL | $195,922,416 | Feb 12, 2028 |
| 52 | INTUITIVE RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION STRIKE SYSTEMS ENGINEERING AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE SUPPORT SERVICES Why 52? ends in 14 mo · options could run to Dec 2029 · $91M · 4 offers last time · vehicle holders only- Ends in about 14 months (Dec 19, 2027). +15/30
- Unexercised options on record could extend it to Dec 19, 2029, so the agency may extend instead of recompeting. +0/20
- $91M obligated so far. +20/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition) with 4 offers. +14/20
- Ordered under an IDIQ contract (GS00Q14OADS606); usually only holders of that vehicle can compete for the follow-on order. +3/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2024 (about 2 years).
| Department of Defense Department of the Army | Research and Development in the… | AL | $90,516,037 | Dec 19, 2027 |
| 49 | TORCH TECHNOLOGIES INC SOFTWARE MISSION ASSURANCE Why 49? ends in 15 mo · options could run to Jul 2031 · $14M · 3 offers last time · vehicle holders only- Ends in about 15 months (Jan 13, 2028). +13/30
- Unexercised options on record could extend it to Jul 14, 2031, so the agency may extend instead of recompeting. +0/20
- $14M obligated so far. +16/20
- Last time it was competed in full and open competition with 3 offers. +17/20
- Ordered under a blanket purchase agreement (BPA) (W31P4Q23A0016); usually only holders of that vehicle can compete for the follow-on order. +3/10
| Department of Defense Department of the Army | Research and Development in the… | AL | $14,324,588 | Jan 13, 2028 |
| 45 | ABACUS TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION SCOPE. PROVIDE SERVICES TO SUPPORT THE 26 NOS AND ITS MISSION TO OPERATE, MANAGE AND… Why 45? ends in 16 mo · options could run to May 2030 · $34M · 9 offers last time · vehicle holders only- Ends in about 16 months (Feb 1, 2028). +11/30
- Unexercised options on record could extend it to May 1, 2030, so the agency may extend instead of recompeting. +0/20
- $34M obligated so far. +19/20
- Last time it was competed in full and open competition with 9 offers (crowded field). +12/20
- Ordered under an IDIQ contract (W15P7T19D0149); usually only holders of that vehicle can compete for the follow-on order. +3/10
- The incumbent has held it since 2025 (about 1 year).
| Department of Defense Department of the Air Force | Research and Development in the… | AL | $33,880,520 | Feb 1, 2028 |
Who wins this work in Alabama
| Company | Set-aside $ obligated |
|---|
| Rsi-Quantitech JV LLC | $76,450,466 |
| Intuitive Research and Technology Corporation | $75,286,624 |
| Ntsi LLC | $55,230,297 |
| Ierus Technologies Inc | $33,230,393 |
| Torch Technologies Inc | $29,330,056 |
Top buyers: Department of Defense ($218,377,995), National Aeronautics and Space Administration ($86,783,050), Department of Homeland Security ($1,865,652).
Source: USAspending.gov, small-business set-aside contracts for NAICS 5417 performed in Alabama, Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026. Dollars are net obligations in the period. Refreshed weekly.
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Frequently asked questions
How many federal research and development set-aside contracts are open in Alabama?
As of Oct 17, 2026, AwardWatchdog lists 0 open small-business set-aside or early-stage notices for research and development work performed in Alabama (NAICS 5417), from SAM.gov.
Who wins research and development set-aside contracts in Alabama?
From Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026, USAspending.gov shows 48 new small-business set-aside contract awards for this work performed in Alabama. The largest recipient by dollars obligated was Rsi-Quantitech JV LLC ($76,450,466), and the biggest buyer was Department of Defense.
Where can I get free help bidding on federal contracts in Alabama?
Alabama is served by Alabama APEX Accelerator - Birmingham, Alabama APEX Accelerator - Tuscaloosa, Alabama APEX Accelerator - Huntsville and others. APEX Accelerators give small businesses free help with registration, bid searches and proposals (official directory checked Oct 18, 2026).
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