Contracting Officer (Code 520), Naval Construction Battalion Center, 5200 CBC 2nd Street, Gulfport, MS 39501-5001

34 -- WATER WELL RIG DRILLING PARTS SOL N62604-98-Q-3046 DUE 091098 POC Point of Contact -CINDY S. WEBB, PH# 228-871-2281 E-MAIL: Naval Construction Battalion Center, cswebb@cbcgulf.navfac.navy.mil. NCBC Gulfport intends to procure on a sole source basis 2 Each, Grinding Bit Kits, P/N 855017P0542; 2 Each, Guide Bushings, P/N 855017B0513- 5; 2 Each, GD Stabilizers, P/N 855017W0426; 2 Each, Hand Rod Slings, P/N 855017A0517; 2 Each, Hand Rod Slings, P/N 855017A0518; 2 Each, Break Wrenches, P/N 855017W0429; 2 Each, 3.5N Wrenches, P/N 855017W0523; 2 Each, Handln Wrenches, P/N 855017W0524; 2 Each, Pot Strainers, P/N 855017P0558; 1 Each, Shackle, P/N 855017P0593; 1 Each, Open End Wrench, P/N 855017P0525; 1 Each, Pipe Wrench, P/N 855017P0533; 1 Each Puller Set, P/N 855017P0559; 6 Each, Wiper Rings, P/N 855017P0476; The determination to restrict competition to a single source is based on total compatibility with existing equipment used for Special Projects. The proposed sole source contractor is INGERSOLL-RAND CORP., P.O.BOX 462288, GARLAND, TEXAS 75046- 2288. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement by identifying themselves and giving written notification to the Contracting Officer within fifteen (15) calendar days after date of publication of this synopsis. The final determination by the Government not to open this requirement to competition, based on any information provided, is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received as a result of this synopsis will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. All questions concerning this RFQ must be submitted in writing, FAX 228-871- 2691/3212. No telephone requests will be accepted.. Posted 08/25/98 (D-SN241724). (0237)

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