Contracting Officer, USCG Aircraft Repair & Supply Center, Elizabeth City, N.C. 27909-5001

28 -- ENGINES, TURBINES AND ACCESSORIES SOL DTCG38-96-R-100014 DUE 082296 POC Contact Donna Stalls, Contract Specialist, (919)335-6492 Provide a quantity of 3 each NSN 2840-01-HR1-5412, Duct Assembly, P/N 3002520-8 for the ATF3-6 turbofan engine used on the HU25A Falcon Jet aircraft. Delivery to Aircraft Repair and Supply Center, Elizabeth City, North Carolina within 30 days and required within 60 days after award of contract. The Coast Guard intends to solicit and negotiate on a sole source basis with the manufacturer, AlliedSignal Engines, P.O. Box 52181, Phoenix, AZ 85072-2181 in accordance with FAR 6.302-1. All data and specifications are proprietary to the manufacturer. The Coast Guard does not possess and cannot supply the data. All responsible sources may submit an offer to the U.S.Coast Guard, Aircraft Repair and Supply Center, Elizabeth City, NC 27909, Attn: Procurement Branch, which will be considered by this agency. Requests for this solicitation must be in writing. Facsimile requests will be accepted. Facsimile number is (919)335-6496. Telephone requests will not be honored. See Notes 22 and 26. NOTICE: This Notice is for informational purposes for Minority women anddisadvantaged business enterprises only: The Department of Transportation (DOT), has a short term bonding program available which enables firms to obtain bid, payment, and performance bonds up to 80% of the bond amount, and a short term loan to provide working capital at the prime interest 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 information and applicable forms, please call (202) 366-2852. (0192)

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