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49 -- SUPPORT EQUIPMENT H1 HELICOPTER SOL N68335-97-R-0160 DUE 043097 POC June Manganello Contract Specialist, Code 213JM (908) 323-2735. Support Equipment for the H1 Helicopter- The Naval Air Warfare Center, Aircraft Division, Lakehurst, NJ intends to procure the following peculiar support equipment in support of the H1 Helicopter: Sleeve Pressing PN-TA-0681-1022 Qty 18 Each, Adapter Press Base PN-TD-0279-1002 Qty 18 Each, Adapter Pressing PN-TD-0281-1066 Qty 18 Each, Driver Bearing PN-TG-1277-1010-01 Qty 18 Each. The proposed acquisition is for supplies for which the Government does not own specifications or drawings to permit full and open competition. The Government intends to enter into negotiations with Lucas Aerospace, Englewood, NJ under the authority of U.S.C. 2304(c)(1), FAR 6.302-1. Firms that recognize and produce the required items described are encouraged to identify themselves. All responsible sources may submit a proposal which may be considered by the Government in determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the Government not to open to competition based upon the responses to this noticeis solely within the discretion of the Government. See Numbered Note(s): 22. (0071)

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