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B -- OCEANOLOGICAL STUDIES SOL N66001-98-Q-0168 DUE 022698 POC Purchasing Agent, Ms. Angela King, Code D222, (619)553-5829. Contracting Officer, Ms. Cindy Frison, (619)524-2354. POC for copy, Mr. J.C. Norris, (619)553-4331. The government intends to procure on a sole source basis to Woods Hole Oceanographic Institute to perform otopathological analyses of marine mammal ears as it contributes to understanding the relationship between sound exposure and auditory capability. While price will be a significant factor in the evaluation of offers, the final contract award will be based on technically acceptable low bids. "Note 22 applies, however, all offers received within 15 days (in lieu of 45 days) after date of publication of the original synopsis will be considered by the Government." See Numbered Notes from any Monday edition of the CBD. RFQ will be available on 02-12-98. To obtain a copy of the solicitation send fax request to (619) 553-6976. No telephone requests will be accepted. Facsimile quotations are acceptable and must be received on or before the COB of the closing date. Facsimile quotations may be sent to (619)553-5996. Questions may be directed to the Purchasing Agent responsible for this action. The applicable Standard Industrial Code (SIC) and Size Standard is: 8731-500 employees (0026)

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