Amethyst Research Inc.
Norman, OK
- UEI
- PXQASG336J91
- CAGE
- 30RZ0
- Primary NAICS
- 541713 Research and Development in Nanotechnology
- SAM.gov registration
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Company facts
- FY2025 rankings
- Self-certified in SAM.gov
- Entity structure
- Corporate Entity (Not Tax Exempt)
- Other NAICS codes in SAM.gov
- SAM.gov registration date
- Physical address
- Norman, OK 73069, USA
- Website
- amethystresearch.com
- Founded
- 2004
- Employees
- 11-50
- Estimated annual revenue
- $1M-$10M
- Industry
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- Information Technology
- Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment
- Semiconductors
- SIC code
- 36 Electronic & Other Electric Equipment
- Profiles
Registration and certifications come from SAM.gov and the SBA; company details from public web sources. Updated .
Contract obligations by fiscal year
| Fiscal year | Obligated |
|---|---|
| FY2027 To date | $0 |
| FY2026 | $240,774 |
| FY2025 | $2,285,591 |
| FY2024 | $1,254,500 |
| FY2023 | $806,292 |
Top agencies by obligations
| Rank | Agency | Obligated, FY2026–FY2027 | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Department of the Navy | $240,774 |
Contract awards
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Grant awards
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About the company
Amethyst Research Inc. is a small business headquartered in Norman, Oklahoma, specializing in advanced infrared solutions, quantum photonics, and sensor technologies. The company is a for-profit organization registered in SAM.gov since 2004 and focuses on developing innovative technological solutions for federal agencies through Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. Amethyst Research Inc. has established itself as a key player in developing cutting-edge sensor technologies, particularly in the areas of infrared detection, quantum information science, and radiation-hardened optical devices.
Through federal contract awards, Amethyst Research Inc. has consistently secured small business set-aside contracts from multiple defense and civilian agencies, including the Air Force Research Laboratory, Naval Air Warfare Center, Office of the Secretary of Defense, and Army Research Development and Engineering Command. The company's contract work primarily revolves around developing advanced infrared technologies, such as low-cost compact focal plane arrays, high-temperature mid-wave and long-wave infrared detectors, and epsilon-near-zero tunneling diodes. These contracts typically involve research and development of sophisticated sensor technologies with applications in national security, quantum communications, and advanced imaging. The contract values range from approximately $111,000 to $1.7 million, covering various research phases including Phase I and Phase II SBIR and STTR programs.
Amethyst Research Inc. has also been awarded multiple federal grants, predominantly from the Department of Energy's Office of Science, focusing on innovative measurement and detection technologies. These grant-funded projects include developing low-cost high sensitivity subsurface CO2 measurement systems, extended short-wave infrared single photon avalanche photo detector technologies for bioimaging, and autonomous trace gas measurement systems. The grants support research in environmental monitoring, quantum information science systems, and advanced sensor technologies. The grant awards typically range from $124,000 to $249,732 and are aimed at advancing scientific understanding and technological capabilities in areas such as environmental sensing, quantum communications, and sophisticated measurement technologies.
Quick answers
Is Amethyst Research Inc. registered in SAM.gov?
Yes. Amethyst Research Inc.'s SAM.gov registration is active through November 7, 2026.
How much has Amethyst Research Inc. received in federal contracts?
Federal contracts obligated $2,285,591 to Amethyst Research Inc. in fiscal year 2025 and $4,587,156 in fiscal years 2023 through 2027.
How does Amethyst Research Inc. rank among federal contractors?
Amethyst Research Inc. ranked #84 in NAICS 541713 in FY2025.
What is Amethyst Research Inc.'s most recent federal award?
Amethyst Research Inc.'s most recent federal contract award is Research and development (N6833525C0516), from Naval Air Warfare Center (NAVAIR), on August 19, 2025.
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