Cooperative Agreement G24AC00569
Award Date
8/15/24
Completion Date
8/14/26
Dollars Obligated
$440K
Federal Agency
Office of Acquisitions and Grants
Federal Grant Program
15.820
Assistance Type
Cooperative Agreement
Place of Performance
Minnesota, USA
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