Definitive Contract DTFR5317C00025
Award Date
9/21/17
Potential Completion Date
11/30/18
Potential Value
$295K
Federal Agency
Federal Railroad Administration
Ultimate Awardee
Not listed
NAICS Category
541712 - Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences (except Biotechnology)
Federal Contract Vehicle
Set-Aside Type
No Set-Aside Used
Extent Competed
Not Competed
Major Defense Program
Not listed
Pricing Type
Firm Fixed Price
Place of Performance
Canada
Solicitation Procedures
Only One Source
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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