Grant For Research NNX12AB66A

Award Date 1/1/12
Potential Completion Date 4/13/16
Potential Value $3.1M
Ultimate Awardee
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NAICS Category
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Federal Contract Vehicle
Set-Aside Type
No Set-Aside Used
Extent Competed
Full and Open Competition
Major Defense Program
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Pricing Type
Other
Place of Performance
Washington, DC 20005, USA
Solicitation Procedures
Negotiated Proposal / Quote
Number Of Offers Received
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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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