U.S. Postal Service, Facilities Service Office, 222 S. Riverside Plaza, Chicago, IL 60606-6150

Y -- PECATONICA, IL, NEW CONSTRUCTION LEASE SOL 162640-98-A-0016 DUE 090498 POC Craig Sharp (312-669-5940); Terri Jacobsen (312-669-5950) The U.S. Postal Service is soliciting Developers for the construction and lease back, with the option to purchase, of a 4,830 square foot building for a new Main Post Office in Pecatonica, IL. The successful offeror will be required to purchse the site in accordance with the terms and conditions specified in the solicitation. The work includes but is not limited to: civil work, concrete, masonry, wood framing, interior finishes, HVAC and electrical. The U.S. Postal Service intends to award a contract, subject to the approval and funding, to the responsible offer whose proposal, conforming to the solicitation, will be the most advantageous to the Postal Service. The construction cost range is $575,000 to $650,000. Evaluation factors in addition to price that will be considered are 1. Financial Stability, 2.Comparable Construction Experience. A solicitation package will be available on August 14, 1998, with a proposal due date of September 4, 1998. Solicitations may be obtained by contacting Jefrey Jakalski, Teng & Associates, 205 N Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601-5926. There is a $50.00 charge, non-refundable, for a solicitation package. Checks should be made out to U.S.P.S -- Disburing Officer. Posted 08/13/98 (W-SN236847). (0225)

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