Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy Government Contracts
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Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy government contracts totaled $803M from FY2024 to FY2026, across 4 contract awards. In FY2026, obligations were $259M, down 13.4% from FY2025. Its largest customer was the National Aeronautics and Space Administration ($803M). Most of its contract dollars were in research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences (NAICS 541710).
Key figures
In FY2026, contract obligations were $259,317,157 across 3 awards with activity that year, a change of -13.4% from $299,494,592 in FY2025. From FY2024 to FY2026, obligations totaled $803,166,067 across 4 awards.
- Obligated in FY2026
- $259M
- Awards in FY2026
- 3
- Change vs FY2025
- -13.4%
- Total, FY2024 to FY2026
- $803M
Note: FY2026 ended on Sep 30, 2026. The Department of Defense publishes contract data with a 90-day delay, so FY2026 totals may still rise as late reports arrive.
Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy federal contracts by year
Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy federal contract obligations per fiscal year (October to September). The table below lists the same numbers.
| Fiscal year | Obligated | Awards | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 | $259,317,157 | 3 | -13.4% |
| FY2025 | $299,494,592 | 4 | +22.6% |
| FY2024 | $244,354,318 | 4 | n/a |
About Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy's federal contracts
Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy's federal contract obligations rose 6% from FY2024 ($244M) to FY2026 ($259M), peaking in FY2025. FY2026 closed recently, and Defense Department contracts are reported up to 90 days late, so its total may still rise.
Nearly all of Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy's government contracts come from one customer, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (100%).
Its main line of government work is research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences (NAICS 541710), 57% of its federal contract dollars.
The states with the most Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy contract work are Maryland; Maryland alone accounts for 100%.
Which agencies award Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy contracts
Federal agencies ranked by contract dollars obligated to Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy, Inc..
| # | Agency | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | National Aeronautics and Space Administration | $803,166,067 | 100.0% |
Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy contracts by industry (NAICS)
The industry codes on Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy's contracts with the government, ranked by dollars.
| # | Industry | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life SciencesNAICS 541710 | $457,552,260 | 57.0% |
| 2 | Optical Instrument and Lens ManufacturingNAICS 333314 | $218,793,064 | 27.2% |
| 3 | Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Nanotechnology and Biotechnology)NAICS 541715 | $126,854,924 | 15.8% |
Where Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy contract work is performed
States ranked by contract dollars, using the place of performance on each award.
| # | State | Obligated | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maryland | $803,166,067 | 100.0% |
Companies similar to Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy
Other federal contractors whose largest industry is also Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (NAICS 541710), ranked by total contract dollars.
| # | Contractor | Obligated |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Regents of the University of California | $4,002,909,180 |
| 2 | The Leland Stanford Junior University | $2,234,385,620 |
Recent Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy contract awards
The latest Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy contract awards, newest first. Each award ID links to its record on USAspending.gov.
| Start date | Agency and description | Amount | Record |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 2019 | National Aeronautics and Space AdministrationTHIS CONTRACT IS FOR THE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH THE DESIGN PHASE OF THE WIDE-FIELD INFRARED SURVEY TELESCOPE (WFIRST) SCIENCE OPERATIONS CENTER (SOC) | $205,205,878 | 80GSFC19C0054 |
| May 11, 2009 | National Aeronautics and Space AdministrationKEPLER DATA MANAGEMENT CENTER (PHASE E) - PHASE E CONSISTS OF ALL TASKS NECESSARY TO OPERATE THE DATA MANAGEMENT CENTER (DMC); THE PROCESSING, TRANSMISSION AND ARCHIVING OF KEPLER SCIENCE AND ANCILLAR | $4,823,220 | NNA09DA83C |
| Jun 6, 2003 | National Aeronautics and Space AdministrationTHE PRIMARY ACTIVITIES COVERED BY THIS EFFORT SPAN THE MAJOR PHASES OF THE MISSION BEGINNING WITH FORMULATION THROUGH DEVELOPMENT AND TESTING, AND ENDING ONE YEAR AFTER LAUNCH WITH THE INITIATION OF T | $1,616,643,261 | NAS503127 |
| Sep 15, 1987 | National Aeronautics and Space AdministrationTHE PRIMARY ACTIVITIES COVERED BY THIS EFFORT INCLUDE THE FINAL SERVICING MISSION AND SUBSEQUENT OPERATIONS THROUGH END-OF-MISSION. THESE ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: A. SCIENCE PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION INCLUDIN | $2,533,788,480 | GSFC0198106DNAS526555 |
Subcontracting opportunities with Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy
Large prime contractors such as Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy buy goods and services from smaller firms for parts of their government contracts. If you work in the same industries or states, Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy is a possible teaming partner: read its recent contract awards above, then contact its small business or supplier diversity office with your capability statement.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much does Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy make from government contracts?
- Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy, Inc. received $803M in federal contract obligations from FY2024 to FY2026, across 4 contract awards. In FY2026 alone it received $259M. Figures are federal contract obligations reported on USAspending.gov.
- Which agency spends the most with Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy?
- The National Aeronautics and Space Administration obligated $803M to Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy from FY2024 to FY2026, 100% of its federal contract dollars.
- What does Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy do for the government?
- By contract dollars, Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy's largest federal contract industries are research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences (NAICS 541710), optical instrument and lens manufacturing (NAICS 333314) and research and development in the physical, engineering, and life sciences (except nanotechnology and biotechnology) (NAICS 541715).
- Where does Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy perform its government contracts?
- By place of performance, the most Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy contract dollars went to work in Maryland ($803M).
- Are Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy's government contracts growing?
- Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy's federal contract obligations rose 6% from FY2024 ($244M) to FY2026 ($259M), peaking in FY2025. FY2026 closed recently, and Defense Department contracts are reported up to 90 days late, so its total may still rise.
- How can a small business subcontract with Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy?
- Look at the agencies and industries Association of Universities for Research in Astronomy works in on this page, then contact its small business or supplier diversity office with a capability statement. Large prime contractors often have to meet small business subcontracting goals, and you will need a free SAM.gov registration.