Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools

NAICS 61131 (Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools) encompasses higher education institutions providing academic instruction and related services across various disciplines. These organizations offer degree programs, conduct research, and provide specialized training at undergraduate, graduate, and postdoctoral levels. The category includes public and private colleges and universities, professional schools, and other specialized educational institutions that grant academic degrees and certificates.

The federal contract awards demonstrate significant engagement of academic institutions in government-funded research, medical services, and educational training programs. Typical contract values range from $10,000 to approximately $17.4 million, with performance periods spanning 6-60 months. Frequently awarded entities include prominent research universities such as University of Texas Southwestern, Yale University, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Ohio State University. Funding agencies predominately include the Department of Veterans Affairs, NASA, Department of the Navy, and Department of Defense. Many awards are not set aside for specific business types, indicating open competition. Performance locations are primarily at the universities' campuses or affiliated medical facilities, with research and service delivery spanning multiple states.

Recent federal contract opportunities focus on specialized training, professional development, and research services. These include solicitations for advanced military studies programs in Saudi Arabia, marketing professional educational training, medical simulation training for military personnel, and specific technical training like Certified Energy Manager preparatory courses. Federal agencies such as the Army, Air Force, and Navy are prominent requestors. Performance locations are diverse, including military bases, university campuses, and research facilities across the United States. Many opportunities target small businesses and seek comprehensive educational and training services that combine technical instruction, leadership development, and specialized skill acquisition.