Training Grant NNX16AO67H
Award Date 9/1/16
Potential Completion Date 8/31/20
Potential Value $111K
Federal Agency
Awardee
Ultimate Awardee
NAICS Category
Not listed Federal Contract Vehicle
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Set-Aside Type
No Set-Aside Used
Extent Competed
Full and Open Competition
Major Defense Program
Not listed Pricing Type
Other
Place of Performance
College Station, TX, USA
Solicitation Procedures
Basic Research
Number Of Offers Received
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Legislative Mandate
Not listed National Interest Action
Not listed Research Type
Not listed Primary Consortia Member
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