Cooperative Agreement G24AC00543
Award Date
9/1/24
Completion Date
12/31/25
Dollars Obligated
$352K
Federal Agency
Office of Acquisitions and Grants
Federal Grant Program
15.073
Assistance Type
Cooperative Agreement
Place of Performance
Nevada, USA
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