Cooperative Agreement G24AC00537
Award Date
9/30/24
Completion Date
9/29/25
Dollars Obligated
$218K
Federal Agency
Office of Acquisitions and Grants
Federal Grant Program
15.808
Assistance Type
Cooperative Agreement
Place of Performance
Illinois, USA
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