Purchase Order 1333ND26PNB670352
Award Date 9/15/26
Potential Completion Date 1/4/27
Potential Value $144K
Federal Agency
Ultimate Awardee
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PSC Category
Federal Contract Vehicle
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Set-Aside Type
No Set-Aside Used
Extent Competed
Competed under SAP
Major Defense Program
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Firm Fixed Price
Place of Performance
Switzerland
Solicitation Procedures
Simplified Acquisition
Number Of Offers Received
2
Legislative Mandate
Not listed National Interest Action
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