# NAICS 541720: Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities

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This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in conducting research and analyses in cognitive development, sociology, psychology, language, behavior, economic, and other social science and humanities research.

- NAICS code: 541720
- Title: Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities
- Sector: 54 Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Subsector: 541 Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- Industry group: 5417 Scientific Research and Development Services
- SBA size standard: $28 million average annual receipts
- Open bids on BidRover: 1
- Updated: Oct 6, 2026

## Open bids (1)

- [Countermeasures That Work (CMTW) Updates](https://bidrover.com/bids/countermeasures-that-work-cmtw-updates--b2afecba-8355-43e1-a55f-e1f0ebef5b4f) — General procurement · District of Columbia, United States · due 2026-11-05

## Frequently asked questions

### What is NAICS code 541720?

NAICS 541720 is "Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities" in the 2022 North American Industry Classification System, in sector 54 (Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services). This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in conducting research and analyses in cognitive development, sociology, psychology, language, behavior, economic, and other social science and humanities research.

### What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 541720?

A business is small under NAICS 541720 at or below $28 million average annual receipts, including affiliates (13 CFR 121.201). Confirm the standard named in each solicitation.

### How many government bids are open under NAICS 541720?

BidRover counts 1 open bid that cite NAICS 541720 as of Oct 6, 2026, refreshed every hour from official public sources. Many state and local notices do not list a NAICS code, so search by keyword too.

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Code titles and definitions: U.S. Census Bureau, North American Industry Classification System (NAICS), 2022 (https://www.census.gov/naics/). Size standards: U.S. Small Business Administration, Small Business Size Standards, 13 CFR 121.201, eCFR text current as of 2026-10-21 (https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-13/section-121.201).

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