R&D contracts in Washington
Federal research and development work in Washington that is set aside for small businesses. As of Oct 17, 2026: 0 open notices, 1 set-aside contract ending in the next 6 to 18 months, and 32 new set-aside awards in the last 12 months.
Covers NAICS 5417 (Scientific Research and Development Services). Place of performance: Washington.
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Contracts ending soon (recompetes)
| Score | Incumbent | Agency | Industry | State | Total obligated | Ends |
|---|
| 86 | STARFISH SPACE INC. FY24 SBIR PHASE III - SSPICY - STARFISH SPACE ORBITAL DEBRIS INSPECTION MISSION Why 86? ends in 8 mo · no option years left · $15M · 500 offers last time · standalone contract- Ends in about 8 months (Jun 15, 2027). +28/30
- No unexercised option years on record, so new work likely has to be awarded when it ends. +20/20
- $15M obligated so far. +16/20
- 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… | WA | $14,999,999 | Jun 15, 2027 |
Who wins this work in Washington
| Company | Set-aside $ obligated |
|---|
| Gravitics, Inc. | $6,824,969 |
| Starfish Space Inc. | $5,174,635 |
| Overland Ai Inc | $3,999,812 |
| Four Peaks Environmental Science & Data Solutions LLC | $2,719,634 |
| Chiplytics, Inc | $1,983,396 |
Top buyers: Department of Defense ($21,452,029), National Aeronautics and Space Administration ($10,920,458), General Services Administration ($1,983,396).
Source: USAspending.gov, small-business set-aside contracts for NAICS 5417 performed in Washington, Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026. Dollars are net obligations in the period. Refreshed weekly.
Free local help: APEX Accelerators in Washington
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.
- American Indian Chamber Education Fund APEX Accelerator Subcenter - Washington · Richland (509) 581-7505
Serves: CA, AZ, UT, NV, WA, OR, ID - BIA REGION (PACIFIC / WESTERN/NORTHWEST)
- Washington APEX at Columbia River Economic Development Council · Vancouver 360-860-6945
Serves: Clark, Cowlitz, Skamania Counties
- Washington APEX at Economic Alliance Snohomish County · Everett 360-860-6945
Serves: San Juan. Island, Snohomish, Skagit, Whatcom Counties
- Washington APEX at Greater Spokane Inc · Spokane (509) 321-3641
Serves: Adams, Asotin, Douglas, Ferry, Garfield, Lincoln, Okanogan, Pend Oreille, Spokane, Stevens, Whitman Counties
- Washington APEX at Green River College · Auburn 360-860-6945
Serves: King County
- Washington APEX at Kitsap Economic Development Alliance · Silverdale 360-860-6945
Serves: Kitsap, Mason Counties
- Washington APEX Accelerator at Thurston Economic Development Council / Main Center · Lacey 360-860-6945
Serves: Chelan, Grays Harbor, Kittitas, Lewis, Pacific, Pierce, Thurston, Wahkiakum
- Washington APEX Accelerator at Tri City Regional Chamber of Commerce · Kennewick 360-860-6945
Serves: Benton, Columbia, Franklin, Grant, Klickitat, Walla Walla, & Yakima Counties
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 Washington?
As of Oct 17, 2026, AwardWatchdog lists 0 open small-business set-aside or early-stage notices for research and development work performed in Washington (NAICS 5417), from SAM.gov.
Who wins research and development set-aside contracts in Washington?
From Oct 18, 2025 to Oct 18, 2026, USAspending.gov shows 32 new small-business set-aside contract awards for this work performed in Washington. The largest recipient by dollars obligated was Gravitics, Inc. ($6,824,969), and the biggest buyer was Department of Defense.
Where can I get free help bidding on federal contracts in Washington?
Washington is served by American Indian Chamber Education Fund APEX Accelerator Subcenter - Washington, Washington APEX at Columbia River Economic Development Council, Washington APEX at Economic Alliance Snohomish County 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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