Definitive Contract 80GSFC24CA013
Award Date 5/17/24
Potential Completion Date 12/31/25
Potential Value $3M
Federal Agency
Ultimate Awardee
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PSC Category
Federal Contract Vehicle
- Not listed
Set-Aside Type
No Set-Aside Used
Extent Competed
Full and Open Competition
Major Defense Program
Not listed Pricing Type
Cost No Fee
Place of Performance
Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Solicitation Procedures
Negotiated Proposal / Quote
Number Of Offers Received
11
Legislative Mandate
Employment Eligibility Verification
National Interest Action
Not listed Research Type
Not listed Primary Consortia Member
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