Training Grant NNX16AM53H
Award Date 8/1/16
Potential Completion Date 7/20/21
Potential Value $272K
Federal Agency
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No Set-Aside Used
Extent Competed
Full and Open Competition
Major Defense Program
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Other
Place of Performance
Boulder, CO 80303, USA
Solicitation Procedures
Basic Research
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