Mpala Research Centre
Nanyuki, Laikipia County
- UEI
- ENEBDFF41MC4
- CAGE
- SGX14
- 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 (Tax Exempt)
- NAICS codes registered in SAM.gov
- SAM.gov registration date
- Physical address
- Nanyuki, Kenya
- Website
- mpala.org
- Founded
- 1994
- Employees
- 51-250
- Estimated annual revenue
- $10M-$50M
- Industry
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- Consumer Staples
- Food, Beverage & Tobacco
- Food Products
- Agricultural Products
- SIC code
- 09 Fishing, Hunting, & Trapping
Registration and certifications come from SAM.gov and the SBA; company details from public web sources. Updated .
Recent federal awards
| Award | Agency | Obligated | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mpala plot census work 2025 | Smithsonian Institution | $160,499 | |
| Forestgeo RE-census of mpala plot. | Smithsonian Institution | $153,801 | |
| Oussr and stri FY23 annual support for mpala. | Smithsonian Institution | $286,000 | |
| Global health program vector surveillance in kenya | Smithsonian Institution | $45,000 | |
| Field costs for the mpala plot for 2019. | Smithsonian Institution | $219,466 |
About Mpala Research Centre
Mpala Research Centre is a non-profit organization located in Nanyuki, Kenya, with a long-standing partnership with the Smithsonian Institution dating back to the 1950s. The organization serves as a critical research facility for ecological studies, providing research infrastructure, field access, and support services for scientific initiatives in African savannah ecosystems. Registered in SAM.gov since November 2009, with registration valid through May 2026, Mpala Research Centre operates as a tax-exempt corporate entity specializing in supporting scientific research and environmental monitoring.
The organization has consistently provided specialized research support services to the Smithsonian Institution through federal contract awards, focusing on ecological census work, research plot monitoring, and academic program support. Recent contract awards totaling approximately $600,299.34 have covered activities such as comprehensive plot censuses, including the FORESTGEO re-census of research plots, field crew management, and supply procurement. These contracts have specifically supported the Smithsonian's Overseas Studies and Strategic Initiatives (OUSSR) program and Tropical Research and Initiatives (STRI) program. The contracts are structured as firm fixed-price purchases and definitive contracts, with no specific set-aside designations. Each award has been designed to support long-term ecological research, field monitoring, and operational support for postdoctoral research initiatives in Kenya, with completion dates ranging from December 2024 to September 2027.
Quick answers
What is Mpala Research Centre's UEI?
Mpala Research Centre's Unique Entity ID (UEI) in SAM.gov is ENEBDFF41MC4.
What is Mpala Research Centre's CAGE code?
Mpala Research Centre's CAGE code is SGX14.
What is Mpala Research Centre's primary NAICS code?
Mpala Research Centre's primary NAICS code is 541715 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)).
Where is Mpala Research Centre located?
Mpala Research Centre's physical address in SAM.gov is Nanyuki, Kenya.
Is Mpala Research Centre registered in SAM.gov?
Yes. Mpala Research Centre's SAM.gov registration is active through November 19, 2026.
What is Mpala Research Centre's most recent federal award?
Mpala Research Centre's most recent federal contract award is Mpala plot census work 2025 (33330525P00526024), from Smithsonian Institution, on August 4, 2025.
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