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81 -- FIBERBOARD SHIPPING CONTAINERS AND INSERTS (TC-34) SOL 13-M-APHIS-99 DUE 100198 POC Patricia Harris 612/370-2128 81 -- The USDA, Animal and Plant Health Inspections Service (APHIS), National Veterinary Services Laboratory, (NVSL) intends to acquire 6000 TC34 Fiberboard Shipping Cartons and 2000 TC34 Inserts, Thermal Type II with liners. Government owned molds and cutting dies will be furnished for the fiberboard container. First article sample is required 20 calendar days after receipt of award. This procurement is set aside 100% for a small business. Contract period is for 1 year with the option to extend for 1 additional year. This is an definite quantity, definite delivery contract. Solicitation to be released on or about September 18, 1998. For a copy of the solicitation, submit written or FAXED request stating name, address, telephone number and solicitation number. FAX requests to Contracting Section' at Area Code (612) 370-2106. Telephone requests will not be accepted. All responsible sources may submit an offer which will be considered . A with priority given to firms on our established bidders list. Firms which do not receive a copy of this solicitation will receive a Solicitation Mailing List Application, Standard Form 129. Upon receipt of a completed application, we will add your name to our bidders list for consideration for a 1-year period after date of submission. A copy of the solicitation will be available in this office for review. Posted 08/27/98 (W-SN242679). (0239)

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