Defense Supply Center Columbus PO BX 16595, DSCC-PBAB Columbus, OH 43216-6595

47 -- PIPE, METALLIC. STEEL MATERIAL, 1-1/2 INCH NOMINAL PIPE SIZE, 0.145 INCH WALL THICKNESS, SOL SP0770-97-R-6287 DUE 050997 POC Contact: copy of solicitation FAX 614-692-2262 or mail request to Defense Supply Center Columbus, PO Box 16595, DS cc-pbab Columbus, OH 43216-6595, for information contac T contracting officer Georgia shirey, 614/692-4756. PR-NO: YPC96344001382 NSN 4710-00-278-5411, pipe, metallic. Steel material, 1-1/2 inch nominal pipe size, 0.145 inch wall thickness, galvanized, welded, threaded ends, coupling one END hand tight, thread protector other END, 21 feet lengths. In accordance with ASTM A53. 5,240 -LG Del to Tracy CA 95376-5000 Del by 120 days after date of award. 2,446 -LG Del to Mechanicsburg PA 17055-0789 Del by 120 days after date of award. Solicitation not available until 15 days after published in the CBD. This is an unrestricted acquisition with a 10% preference for SDB concerns. Automated Best Value Model (ABVM) and Delivery Evaluation Factor (DEF) apply. While price is a significant factor in the evaluation of offers, the final award decision will be based upon a combination of price, delivery, and past performance as described in the solicitation. All responsible sources may submit offer which DCSC shall consider. (0079)

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