Training Grant NNX16AM70H

Award Date 8/1/16
Potential Completion Date 6/28/21
Potential Value $290K
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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
Cambridge, MA 02139, USA
Solicitation Procedures
Basic Research
Number Of Offers Received
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National Interest Action
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