Cooperative Agreement G25AC00312
Award Date
6/1/25
Completion Date
6/30/28
Dollars Obligated
$499K
Federal Agency
Office of Acquisitions and Grants
Federal Grant Program
15.820
Assistance Type
Cooperative Agreement
Place of Performance
Alaska, USA
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