Block Grant ICAP2300004
Award Date
1/1/23
Completion Date
12/31/27
Dollars Obligated
$17M
Federal Agency
Social Security Administration
Awardee
Westat, Inc. (NVUWAFWQ57S5)
Federal Grant Program
96.007
Assistance Type
Block Grant
Place of Performance
Maryland, USA
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