Training Grant NNX16AM54H

Award Date 9/30/16
Potential Completion Date 5/31/20
Potential Value $275K
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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
Pasadena, CA 91125, USA
Solicitation Procedures
Basic Research
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National Interest Action
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