Training Grant 80NSSC17K0321
Award Date
9/1/17
Potential Completion Date
12/31/19
Potential Value
$106K
Federal Agency
Shared Services Center
Ultimate Awardee
University System Of Maryland
NAICS Category
Not listed
Federal Contract Vehicle
Set-Aside Type
No Set-Aside Used
Extent Competed
Full and Open Competition
Major Defense Program
Not listed
Pricing Type
Other
Place of Performance
Berwyn Heights, MD 20740, USA
Solicitation Procedures
Basic Research
Number Of Offers Received
Not listed
Legislative Mandate
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National Interest Action
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Research Type
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Primary Consortia Member
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