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39 -- MATERIALS HANDLING SYSTEM SOL F33600-98-R-0014 DUE 020698 POC For copy,, For additional information contact D. Dowty/Pkwrm/ [937]257-8344 Provide and install a Vertical Storage Column System consisting of seven (7) vertical storage units in the Avionics Directorate of Bldg 640 at Robins AFB GA. The specifications, drawings, data requirements and applicable base information will be available on the internet upon solicitation release. The internet address is: http://www.pixs.wpafb.af.mil/pixs/pixslibr/mmhs/mmhs.htm. Mr. Michael S. Coalson has been appointed as Ombudsman to hear concerns from offerors, or potential offerors, during the proposal development. The purpose of the Ombudsman is to communicate contractor concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations to the appropriate government personnel. Existence of an Ombudsman does not diminish the authority of the program director or the contracting officer. Accordingly, the Ombudsman does not participate in the preparation of solicitations, the evaluation of proposals or the source selection process and, therefore, for routine matters on individual solicitations, please contact "Deborah Dowty, Contracting Officer, (937) 257-8344, ext 4496, FAX (937) 257-6390, ASC/PKWRM, BUILDING 1, AREA C, 1940 ALLBROOK DRIVE, SUITE 3, WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB OH 45433-5309." When requested the Ombudsman will maintain strict confidentiality as to the source of the concern. Should you desire to contact the Ombudsman, Mr. Coalson can be reached at (937) 255-5535, extension 232. The approximate issue/response date will be 07 Jan 98. No telephone requests. Only written or faxed requests received directly from the requestor are acceptable. All responsible sources solicited may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered. See Note (s) 1. (0342)

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