Grant For Research 80NSSC19K0212
Award Date
12/14/18
Potential Completion Date
1/13/23
Potential Value
$500K
Federal Agency
Shared Services Center
Awardee
University Of Massachusetts
Ultimate Awardee
University Of Massachusetts
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
Amherst, MA 01003, 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
Not listed
Primary Consortia Member
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