R&D contracts in Colorado
Federal research and development work in Colorado that is set aside for small businesses. As of Oct 17, 2026: 0 open notices, 4 set-aside contracts ending in the next 6 to 18 months, and 111 new set-aside awards in the last 12 months.
Covers NAICS 5417 (Scientific Research and Development Services). Place of performance: Colorado.
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Contracts ending soon (recompetes)
| Score | Incumbent | Agency | Industry | State | Total obligated | Ends |
|---|
| 89 | LUNAR OUTPOST INC MOBILE AUTONOMOUS ROBOTIC SWARMS Why 89? ends in 9 mo · no option years left · $7.4M · 1 offer last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 9 months (Jul 30, 2027). +25/30
- No unexercised option years on record, so new work likely has to be awarded when it ends. +20/20
- $7.4M obligated so far. +14/20
- 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 2024 (about 2 years).
| Department of Defense Department of the Air Force | Research and Development in the… | CO | $7,433,663 | Jul 30, 2027 |
| 76 | ADVANCED SPACE LLC PHASE III - CAPSTONE EXTENDED MISSION Why 76? ends in 14 mo · no option years left · $77M · 500 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
- $77M obligated so far. +20/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition) with 500 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 2024 (about 2 years).
| National Aeronautics and Space Administration National Aeronautics and Space Administration | Research and Development in the… | CO | $76,985,659 | Dec 31, 2027 |
| 75 | INFLEQTION QUANTUM, LLC QGG APP TECHNOLOGY MATURATION AND DESIGN BASED ON AN ATOM CHIP Why 75? ends in 14 mo · no option years left · $40M · 500 offers last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 14 months (Dec 30, 2027). +14/30
- No unexercised option years on record, so new work likely has to be awarded when it ends. +20/20
- $40M obligated so far. +19/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition) with 500 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 2024 (about 2 years).
| National Aeronautics and Space Administration National Aeronautics and Space Administration | Research and Development in the… | CO | $40,117,904 | Dec 30, 2027 |
| 53 | KODA TECHNOLOGIES INC THE PURPOSE OF THE TO IS TO SUPPORT THE JOINT BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE (JBTEC) IN… Why 53? ends in 8 mo · options could run to Jun 2031 · $731K · 3 offers last time · vehicle holders only- Ends in about 8 months (Jun 30, 2027). +27/30
- Unexercised options on record could extend it to Jun 30, 2031, so the agency may extend instead of recompeting. +0/20
- $731K obligated so far. +6/20
- Last time it was competed among eligible firms (set-aside competition) with 3 offers. +17/20
- Ordered under an IDIQ contract (47QRCA25DW007); 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… | CO | $730,720 | Jun 30, 2027 |
Who wins this work in Colorado
| Company | Set-aside $ obligated |
|---|
| Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. | $71,170,970 |
| Advanced Space LLC | $60,246,809 |
| Infleqtion Quantum, LLC | $21,088,000 |
| Isys, Incorporated | $19,610,221 |
| Tda Research, Inc. | $9,663,441 |
Top buyers: Department of Defense ($110,929,624), National Aeronautics and Space Administration ($100,527,036), General Services Administration ($71,713,184).
Source: USAspending.gov, small-business set-aside contracts for NAICS 5417 performed in Colorado, Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026. Dollars are net obligations in the period. Refreshed weekly.
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- Colorado APEX Accelerator · Colorado Springs 719-431-8028 · Aurora (303) 365-4921 · Westminster (303) 453-8512
Serves: Adams, Alamosa, Arapahoe, Archuleta, Baca, Bent, Boulder, City & County of Broomfield, Chaffee, Cheyenne, Clear Creek, Conejos, Costilla,…
- Colorado APEX Accelerator - Golden · Golden (719) 493-0553
- Colorado APEX Accelerator - Ft. Collins · Ft. Collins (719) 644-8210
- The National Center American Indian APEX Accelerator · Centennial (480) 824-8520
Serves: Southwestern BIA Region - Colorado, New Mexico
Source: official APEX Accelerators directory, checked Oct 18, 2026. AwardWatchdog is independent and not affiliated with the APEX Accelerators program.
Frequently asked questions
How many federal research and development set-aside contracts are open in Colorado?
As of Oct 17, 2026, AwardWatchdog lists 0 open small-business set-aside or early-stage notices for research and development work performed in Colorado (NAICS 5417), from SAM.gov.
Who wins research and development set-aside contracts in Colorado?
From Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026, USAspending.gov shows 111 new small-business set-aside contract awards for this work performed in Colorado. The largest recipient by dollars obligated was Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. ($71,170,970), and the biggest buyer was Department of Defense.
Where can I get free help bidding on federal contracts in Colorado?
Colorado is served by Colorado APEX Accelerator, Colorado APEX Accelerator - Golden, Colorado APEX Accelerator - Ft. Collins 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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