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B -- PROTEASE INHIBITOR DRUG USE STUDY SOL 98-HAB-260938 POC Sarah R. Bueter (301) 443-5352; fax (301) 443-5462 The Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) intends to negotiate on a SOLE-SOURCE basis with Apache Medical Systems, 1650 Tysons Blvd, Suite 300, McLean, VA 22102-3915. The purpose of this procurement is to analyze data in Apache's database of HIV service utilization data to address issues surrounding the use, efficacy, and accessibility of new protease inhibitor drugs that have become available in the past 3 years. The period of performance is 34 weeks. This announcement is for information only. A Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition is on file. This announcement is for information only. The award will be made using simplified acquisition procedures, in accordance with FAR Part 13. See Notes 22, 26. Posted 08/21/98 (W-SN240251). (0233)

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