Grant For Research 80NSSC19K0031
Award Date 10/23/18
Potential Completion Date 10/11/24
Potential Value $669K
Federal Agency
Ultimate Awardee
NAICS Category
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Set-Aside Type
No Set-Aside Used
Extent Competed
Full and Open Competition
Major Defense Program
Not listed Pricing Type
Other
Place of Performance
Reno, NV 89557, USA
Solicitation Procedures
Basic Research
Number Of Offers Received
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Legislative Mandate
Not listed National Interest Action
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