NRC Federal Contracting Guide
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Mission: Protect public health and safety, promote the common defense and security, and protect the environment.
Annual Obligation
$300M+ direct contracts (FY2024)
Latest FPDS reporting period
Top NAICS
5
Most-bought codes (see below)
Vehicles
3
Primary contract vehicles
Procurement Profile
NRC procurement covers nuclear safety analysis, regulatory science, license review support, IT modernization, and inspection support. Specialized technical expertise in reactor engineering, radiochemistry, and probabilistic risk assessment is in demand. Small specialist firms can win significant work.
Top NAICS Codes at NRC
NAICS 541330
Engineering Services
NAICS 541715
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
NAICS 541690
Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
NAICS 541512
Computer Systems Design Services
NAICS 541611
Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
Primary Contract Vehicles
- NRC Technical Assistance IDIQs
- GSA MAS
- Alliant 2
Where to Find Opportunities
Small Business at NRC
NRC exceeds small business goals. Specialized 8(a) and SDVOSB firms in nuclear engineering and regulatory analysis have strong opportunities.
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NAICS 541330 — Engineering Services
Top NAICS at NRC. See contract values, set-asides, and related codes.
NAICS 541715 — Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences
Top NAICS at NRC. See contract values, set-asides, and related codes.
NAICS 541690 — Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
Top NAICS at NRC. See contract values, set-asides, and related codes.
FAR 52.219-14 Limitations on Subcontracting
Critical for small business set-aside contracts at this agency.
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