Contracting Officer, Attn: Pam Komer, USCG CEU, 1240 E. Ninth St., Rm. 2179, Cleveland, OH 44199-2060

Z -- EXTERIOR REPAIRS - BRANDYWINE SHOAL LIGHT Sol. DTCG83-95-B-33WF276. POC: P. Komer. Provide all labor, material, equipment, transportation and supervision required to complete the following work items at Brandywine Shoal Light: Paint lighthouse exterior, replace veranda roofing, remove empty fuel tank (1000 gal.), seal fourth level concrete catwoalk, and install bracing on access pier. Lighthouse located offshore in the Delaware Bay, approx. 7 miles NW of Cape May, NJ. Est Range is $25K-100K. This is an unrestricted acquisition iaw the Small Business Competitive Demonstration Act. Bid opening is on/or about 6 July 1995. The Standard Industrial Code for this acquisition is 1542. Completion time is 60 DANTP. Desired performance period is 8/15/95 to 10/15/95. NO TELEPHONE REQUESTS. All requests shall contain the Solicitation No., Contact Person and a clear mailing address in the text. A Procurement Info Line has been established (216) 522-3954 X745 for BID OPENINGS, No. of Amend. etc. Bid Results may only be obtained from the BID HOTLINE (216) 522-3954 X243 or by written request to the Contract Specialist. All responsible sources may submit a bid which will be considered by the agency. The following info is provided for minority, women and disadvantaged business enterprises: The DOT has a short term bonding program available which enables firms to obtain bid, payment and performance bonds up to 80 percent of the bond amount and a short term loan progrm to provide working capital at the prime intereste rate. In addition, through the Historically Black Colleges and University Program, firms can receive comprehensive services and training designed to enhance their financial capabilities. For further info and applicable forms, please call (202) 366-2852. (135)

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