Definitive Contract DTFR5317C00005
Award Date
3/20/17
Potential Completion Date
12/29/17
Potential Value
$258K
Federal Agency
Federal Railroad Administration
Awardee
Systemes Pavemetrics Inc.
Ultimate Awardee
Not listed
NAICS Category
541690 - Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
Federal Contract Vehicle
Set-Aside Type
No Set-Aside Used
Extent Competed
Full and Open Competition
Major Defense Program
Not listed
Pricing Type
Firm Fixed Price
Place of Performance
Canada
Solicitation Procedures
Basic Research
Number Of Offers Received
1
Legislative Mandate
Not listed
National Interest Action
Not listed
Research Type
Not listed
Primary Consortia Member
Not listed
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