Cooperative Agreement G23AC00543
Award Date
9/1/23
Completion Date
8/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$333K
Federal Agency
Office of Acquisitions and Grants
Federal Grant Program
15.808
Assistance Type
Cooperative Agreement
Place of Performance
Maine, USA
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