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70 -- LARGE AND SMALL FORMAT IMAGE SETTERS SOL 8139 DUE 053195 POC Cindy Sather(contact) (703)648-7361 Nedra Stallone(CO) (703)648-7364 Image Setters -- Destination: various -- Up to nine (9) image setters of two format sizes, three (3) large format image setters mandatory with options for an additional six (6) image setters of either size. U.S. Geological Survey has a requirement for the purchase of state-of-the-art image setters capable of plotting high quality halftone images of digital cartographic data to graphic arts films. The image setters will be used by the National Mapping Division of the USGS to produce press proof negatives and positives used in production of map graphic products that are the results of sophisticated computer processing. Two types of image setters with two separate and distinct form factors are required: Large Form and Small Form. The Large Form system shall accommodate a film size of at least 41.0 X 52.0-inches and be capable of plotting an image area of no less than 39.0 X 50.0-inches. The Small Form system shall accommodate a film size of 24.0 X 30.0-inches and be capable of plotting a minimum image area of 21.95 X 27.95 -inches. Other than the form factors, the minimum technical requirements are the same for both types of image setters. The image setter system configuration required is a total hardware and software solution comprised of image setter with a laser light source and a vacuum system to hold down films, host computer to operate and manage the system operations, software for such operations as data input, plot file interpretation and spooling, and necessary hardware and software for network accessibility. The system is required to have a graphical user interface and to have a PostScript interpreter. The system must provide precise plotting of high quality halftone images to both negative and positive graphic arts films, and correct positioning and alignment of films for registration of color separates are required. The system shall be operable under normal room lighting. Maintenance shall be proposed as an optional item; delivery shall be made 90 days after contract award. An Operation Capability Demonstration is required prior to award. The proposed period of performance will include one base year and four one year option periods for a total of 60 months--Pending availability of funds. Solicitation No. 8139 will be available on or about May 1, 1995 with the closing date 30 days after issuance. Requests for Solicitation No. 8139 shall be in writing (phone requests will not be honored). Requests may also be made by facsimile to (703) 648-7901 (telephone confirmation is recommended). All responsible sources may submit an offer which shall be considered by the agency. (0073)

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