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R -- DESIGN THREE OTUCOME STUDIES SOL 98-HAB-029706(ABG) DUE 090219 POC Alexandra B. Garcia, 301 443-2750 The Health Resources and Services Administration intends to negotiate on a SOLE SOURCE basis with the Abt Associates, Inc., 4800 Montgomery Lane, Bethesda, Maryland 20814. This procurement shall be processed in accordance with the Simplified Acquisition Procedures of Part 13 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations. The purpose of this purchase order is to design three outcome studies for Title IV, develop a questionnaire, tracking and receipt system, enter, clean and produce data files. The period of performance for this project is six months. The Abt Associates, Inc., is deemed the only responsible source capable of providing the required work and services. A Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition is on file. This announcement is for information only. No solicitation is available. The award shall be made using simplified acquisition procedures. See Note #22 & 26. Posted 08/18/98 (W-SN238698). (0230)

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