How much does the federal government spend on Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities?
$1.5B awarded FY2024–FY2026
Awards 1,146 · Median $250.0K · Open now 33
Federal award records (FPDS), as of Sep 9, 2026 UTC
Part of: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
How much does the federal government spend on Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities?
Federal agencies obligated $1.5B across 1,146 contract awards under NAICS 541720 (Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities) in FY2024–FY2026, per FPDS award records.
How many contracts were awarded under NAICS 541720?
1,146 federal contract awards were recorded under NAICS 541720 in the counted window, per FPDS.
What is the typical contract size?
The median award value under NAICS 541720 is $250.0K.
Are there open opportunities right now?
Yes — 33 open opportunities are currently posted under NAICS 541720.
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