Purchase Order DOLB09E421897

The University of Illinois at Chicago, doing business as The Board of Trustees of the University of Illinois, was awarded a $15,000 purchase order by the U.S. Department of Labor's Women's Bureau for women in nanotechnology services performed per a statement of work. The contract was awarded on July 31, 2009, with an ultimate completion date of July 30, 2010, and performance is to be conducted in Chicago, Illinois. This contract represents a civilian agency investment in workforce development and educational initiatives within the nanotechnology field, supporting the Women's Bureau's mission to advance economic security and workplace equality for women. No set-aside designation was utilized for this award, indicating open competition among qualified contractors.

The University of Illinois' selection for this initiative reflects its established capabilities as a major public research institution with extensive experience in federal research, development, and educational services. The university's broad portfolio of federal contracts and grants across scientific, technological, and medical domains demonstrates its capacity to deliver specialized services aligned with national priorities. The purchase order structure and modest contract ceiling suggest a focused, time-limited engagement supporting specific women's participation and advancement initiatives within the nanotechnology sector during this period.