Grant For Research NNX17AH65G

Award Date 3/3/17
Potential Completion Date 5/17/22
Potential Value $424K
Ultimate Awardee
University Of Miami
NAICS Category
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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
Key Biscayne, FL 33149, USA
Solicitation Procedures
Basic Research
Number Of Offers Received
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Legislative Mandate
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National Interest Action
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Research Type
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Primary Consortia Member
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