Project Grant G24AP00202
Award Date
7/1/24
Completion Date
6/30/27
Dollars Obligated
$330K
Federal Agency
Office of Acquisitions and Grants
Federal Grant Program
15.814
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Montana, USA
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