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81 -- PVC 1002 FILM, 25MIL, IN ROLLS SOL RFQ-8-APHIS-98 DUE 010898 POC Barbara Knotz, Contract Specialist, 612/370-2201 E-MAIL: B. Knotz, bknotz@aphis.usda.gov. 81 -- The USDA, Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ), Pink Bollworm Rearing Facility (PBWRF), Phoenix, Arizona, intends to acquire approximately 46,332 pounds of PVC 1002 film, 25mil, in rolls with 6 inch cores. The Request for Quotation (RFQ) is to be released on or about December 22, 1997. This is a 100% set aside for small business. Fixed price contract. F.O. B. Destination. Simplified procurement procedures will be utilized. For a copy of the RFQ, submit written or faxed request stating name, address, telephone number, and RFQ number. Fax request to the "Purchasing Section" at Area Code (612) 370-2136. Telephone requests will not be accepted. All responsible sources may submit an offer which will be considered. A copy of the RFQ will be available in this office for review. (0344)

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