Item 16

Authorize the Bureau of Materials & Research to execute a sole source Cooperative Project Agreement with the UNH Sponsored Programs Administration, Durham, NH, for a cooperative investigation to advance the science and engineering of tidal energy conversion, sensor network development and deployment for structural health monitoring, intelligent transportation system, innovative monitoring and community engagement, for a total fee not to exceed $455,000. Effective upon G&C approval through May 31, 2019. 100% Federal Funds.