R7 Instruments Inc.
Somerville, MA R7 Instruments Inc.
- UEI
- J85HYQGMY8H5
- CAGE
- 9Z1D6
- 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
- SAM.gov registration date
- Physical address
- 45 Heath St, Somerville, MA 02145, USA
Registration and certifications come from SAM.gov and the SBA; company details from public web sources. Updated .
Recent federal awards
| Award | Agency | Obligated | Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sbir phase i: acoustic expander for air-cycle flash freezers and ultra-low temperature refrigerators -the broader impact… | National Science Foundation | $303,669 | |
| 85278-PE-grant-title-acoustic-brayton cryogenic refrigerator for rapid cooling of quantum technologies | ACC Aberdeen Proving Ground | $909,719 |
About R7 Instruments Inc.
R7 Instruments Inc., based in Somerville, Massachusetts, develops acoustic-based cryogenic refrigeration systems for federal research and commercial applications, operating as a prime recipient on federal Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and basic scientific research grants and as a sub-recipient on Army-funded cryogenic technology development. The company is a for-profit corporate entity with a nascent federal footprint concentrated in research grants rather than contracts.
R7 Instruments' capability portfolio centers on acoustic expander technology for ultra-low-temperature refrigeration. The company holds two active prime federal grants. A $303,669 Phase I SBIR award from the National Science Foundation under the Technology, Innovation, and Partnerships program (CFDA 47.084), effective October 1, 2025 through September 30, 2026, supports development of an acoustic-based air-cycle refrigeration system capable of achieving minus eighty degrees Celsius without synthetic or flammable refrigerants, targeting applications in flash freezing of food products and biological sample preservation. A $449,282 Project Grant award from the Army's Research Development and Engineering Command (CFDA 12.431), effective September 15, 2025 through September 14, 2026, supports development of an acoustic Brayton cryogenic refrigerator designed for rapid cooling capabilities in quantum technology applications, with work performed at R7 Instruments' Winter Hill, Massachusetts facility. R7 Instruments also acts as a sub-recipient on a Massachusetts Institute of Technology grant awarded June 26, 2025, focused on improving modified Collins cryocooler technology.
R7 Instruments' federal customer base currently consists of three agencies — the National Science Foundation, the Army Materiel Command Research Development and Engineering Command, and NASA — across two prime grants and one sub-award, representing $991 thousand in combined obligated dollars. Two awards reach ultimate completion within the next twenty-four months, creating recompete opportunity. The company's federal presence is early-stage and research-focused; commercialization strategy centers on partnership with an established U.S. manufacturer for initial market adoption in food processing.
Quick answers
What is R7 Instruments Inc.'s UEI?
R7 Instruments Inc.'s Unique Entity ID (UEI) in SAM.gov is J85HYQGMY8H5.
What is R7 Instruments Inc.'s CAGE code?
R7 Instruments Inc.'s CAGE code is 9Z1D6.
What is R7 Instruments Inc.'s primary NAICS code?
R7 Instruments Inc.'s primary NAICS code is 541715 (Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)).
Where is R7 Instruments Inc. located?
R7 Instruments Inc.'s physical address in SAM.gov is 45 Heath St, Somerville, MA 02145, USA.
Is R7 Instruments Inc. registered in SAM.gov?
Yes. R7 Instruments Inc.'s SAM.gov registration is active through August 12, 2027.
What is R7 Instruments Inc.'s most recent federal award?
R7 Instruments Inc.'s most recent federal grant award is Sbir phase i: acoustic expander for air-cycle flash freezers and ultra-low temperature refrigerators -the broader impact… (2507737), from National Science Foundation, on October 1, 2025.
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