Arete Associates, Inc.
Tucson, AZ Doing business as Arete Tucson Office Part of Arete Associates
- UEI
- SQXDUAM71B13
- CAGE
- 0URV7
- Primary NAICS
- 541715 Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)
- SAM.gov registration
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Company facts
- Self-certified in SAM.gov
- Entity structure
- Corporate Entity (Not Tax Exempt)
- NAICS codes registered in SAM.gov
- Corporate family
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Arete Associates
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- Arete Associates, Inc. SQXDUAM71B13
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Arete Associates
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DMKEXJ8NQ4C5
- SAM.gov registration date
- Physical address
- 3194 N Swan Rd, Tucson, AZ 85712, USA
- Website
- arete.com
- Founded
- 1976
- Employees
- 251-1K
- Estimated annual revenue
- $50M-$100M
- Industry
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- Industrials
- Capital Goods
- Aerospace & Defense
- SIC code
- 97 National Security & International Affairs
- Profiles
Registration and certifications come from SAM.gov and the SBA; company details from public web sources. Updated .
Recent federal awards
| Award | Agency | Obligated | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8512154742 ! Desiccant,activated | Aviation | $2,000 | |
| 8511696962 ! Hydrophone subassem | Aviation | $155,008 | |
| 8511631013 ! Hydrophone subassem | Aviation | $38,047 | |
| 8511109885 ! Hydrophone subassem | Aviation | $0 | |
| 8509718567 ! Slide section,drawe | Land and Maritime | $1,552 |
About Arete Associates, Inc.
Arete Associates, Inc., a for-profit corporate manufacturer registered in the System for Award Management since December 2004, operates its Tucson Office Division as a prime contractor to the U.S. federal government. The company specializes in the design and manufacturing of specialized technical components and subassemblies for defense applications, with a particular focus on naval and maritime systems. Arete has established itself as a trusted supplier to the U.S. Navy and Defense Logistics Agency, demonstrating sustained engagement in defense-related projects over more than two decades of federal contracting experience.
Arete's recent and historical federal contract portfolio reflects substantial expertise in acoustic sensor technology and precision mechanical components. The company has primarily served the U.S. Navy's Aviation community through the Defense Logistics Agency, delivering hydrophone subassemblies—critical acoustic sensors used in underwater detection and monitoring applications essential to naval maritime operations and unmanned systems. Recent prime contract awards include a $155,008 firm fixed-price purchase order dated October 14, 2025, for hydrophone subassemblies with completion scheduled for April 2026, and a $69,726 purchase order from January 13, 2025, for similar acoustic sensor components. Earlier prime contracts awarded in 2022 and 2023 by the Land and Maritime command valued between $1,492 and $1,552 each involved the delivery of slide section drawer components. Beyond prime contracting, Arete has served as a subcontractor to major defense primes including Raytheon Company and CACI, Inc. Federal, performing work related to non-recurring engineering, custom circuit card assemblies, cable assemblies, wire harnesses, and labor services. All awards were issued without set-aside designations, reflecting open competition, and all performance locations were specified at the contractor's Tucson, Arizona facility. This contract history demonstrates Arete's core competency in specialized manufacturing for complex defense applications, particularly in support of the Navy's unmanned surface vehicle programs and broader maritime capabilities.
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Quick answers
What is Arete Associates, Inc.'s UEI?
Arete Associates, Inc.'s Unique Entity ID (UEI) in SAM.gov is SQXDUAM71B13.
What is Arete Associates, Inc.'s CAGE code?
Arete Associates, Inc.'s CAGE code is 0URV7.
What is Arete Associates, Inc.'s primary NAICS code?
Arete Associates, Inc.'s primary NAICS code is 541715 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)).
Where is Arete Associates, Inc. located?
Arete Associates, Inc.'s physical address in SAM.gov is 3194 N Swan Rd, Tucson, AZ 85712, USA.
Is Arete Associates, Inc. registered in SAM.gov?
Yes. Arete Associates, Inc.'s SAM.gov registration is active through June 26, 2027.
Who is Arete Associates, Inc.'s parent company?
Arete Associates, Inc. is part of Arete Associates.
Which contract vehicles does Arete Associates, Inc. hold?
Arete Associates, Inc. holds a place on 1 federal contract vehicle: USV FoS.
What is Arete Associates, Inc.'s most recent federal award?
Arete Associates, Inc.'s most recent federal contract award is 8512154742 ! Desiccant,activated (SPE4A526P5643), from Aviation, on June 2, 2026.
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