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23 -- BUSES SOL FFAH-B1-LECBS-N POC Hattie Adams, Contr. Spec. 703-308-4662 or J. E. Compton 703-308-4659 The Government will be issuing a request for proposals resulting in a firm fixed price contract for the purchase of one (1) each 22 passenger hybrid electric shuttle bus with a compressed natural gas range extender. The solicitation will also contain an option to Increase Quantities Clause which would allow the Government to purchase an additional quantity of up to four (4) each but no guarantee to purchase any additional units. Offerors must be an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or have an agreement with an OEM pursuant to the provisions of the Energy Policy Act of 1992. The offerors shall provide a vehicle which is currently in production and is commercially sold to other customers (prototype, concept vehicles or test vehicles will not be acceptable). The solicitation will be issued on or about March 19, 1998, with a closing date on or about April 21, 1998. References for all customers currently operating this specific type vehicle will be required with the offers. (0061)

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