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This Government Contract opportunity from Library Of Congress was posted on December 14, 2018. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

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General Info

Agency

Library Of Congress → Contracts Services

Contract Value

$2,654,568

NAICS

611699 - All Other Miscellaneous Schools and Instruction

Place of Performance

1291 Taylor Street NW, WASHINGTON, DC, 20011, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Awardee

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OfficeWashington, DC, 20540, USA
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