R&D contracts in Rhode Island
Federal research and development work in Rhode Island that is set aside for small businesses. As of Oct 17, 2026: 0 open notices, 0 set-aside contracts ending in the next 6 to 18 months, and 5 new set-aside awards in the last 12 months.
Covers NAICS 5417 (Scientific Research and Development Services). Place of performance: Rhode Island.
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Who wins this work in Rhode Island
| Company | Set-aside $ obligated |
|---|
| Havocai Inc. | $3,999,989 |
| Aerocyonics, Inc. | $1,784,683 |
| Btech Acoustics LLC | $1,739,972 |
| Applied Radar Inc | $1,249,992 |
| Vision Systems Inc | $1,091,598 |
Top buyers: Department of Defense ($9,865,136), Department of Commerce ($-17,096), National Aeronautics and Space Administration ($-133,147).
Source: USAspending.gov, small-business set-aside contracts for NAICS 5417 performed in Rhode Island, Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026. Dollars are net obligations in the period. Refreshed weekly.
Free local help: APEX Accelerators in Rhode Island
APEX Accelerators give small businesses no-cost, one-on-one help with SAM.gov registration, finding bids and preparing proposals. The program is funded by the Department of War (formerly Defense) Office of Industrial Base Growth.
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 Rhode Island?
As of Oct 17, 2026, AwardWatchdog lists 0 open small-business set-aside or early-stage notices for research and development work performed in Rhode Island (NAICS 5417), from SAM.gov.
Who wins research and development set-aside contracts in Rhode Island?
From Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026, USAspending.gov shows 5 new small-business set-aside contract awards for this work performed in Rhode Island. The largest recipient by dollars obligated was Havocai Inc. ($3,999,989), and the biggest buyer was Department of Defense.
Where can I get free help bidding on federal contracts in Rhode Island?
Rhode Island is served by Rhode Island APEX Accelerator. APEX Accelerators give small businesses free help with registration, bid searches and proposals (official directory checked Oct 18, 2026).
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