Cooperative Agreement G23AC00529
Award Date
9/25/23
Completion Date
9/24/26
Dollars Obligated
$260K
Federal Agency
Office of Acquisitions and Grants
Federal Grant Program
15.808
Assistance Type
Cooperative Agreement
Place of Performance
Nevada, USA
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