Delivery Order NNJ13HB39C-NNJ14HA22D
Award Date
6/11/14
Potential Completion Date
12/31/14
Potential Value
$40K
Federal Agency
Johnson Space Center
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
Not Competed
Major Defense Program
Not listed
Pricing Type
Firm Fixed Price
Place of Performance
Houston, TX 77058, USA
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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