Grant For Research NNX15AI88G

Award Date 6/17/15
Potential Completion Date 3/25/20
Potential Value $177K
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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
Hamilton, MT 59840, USA
Solicitation Procedures
Basic Research
Number Of Offers Received
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National Interest Action
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