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58 -- DIGITAL-TO-ANALOG CONVERTER MODULES AND MOUNTING FRAMES SOL IA2122-S8234916-KSR DUE 101698 POC Karen Rose, Tele.: (202) 205-9030 The U.S. Information Agency's International Broadcasting Bureau (IBB) has a requirement to procure Audio Digital-to-Analog Converters (DAC) for its Voice of America (VOA) broadcasting service. Each such DAC is used to convert digital audio signals meeting the Audio Engineering Society -- European Broadcasting Union (AES3) standard to conventional analog line-level signals. The scope of the proposed contract includes the fabrication and delivery of off-the-shelf, commercially-available broadcast/professional audio equipment. USIA intends to issue a solicitation document (RFP) for this negotiated firm-fixed-price procurement in early October 1998 with a proposal response date in November 1998. Qualified suppliers of broadcast-quality digital audio systems may request a copy of the RFP by submitting a written request, (or faxed request -- FAX No. 202-205-5466), to the USIA Contracting Officer at the above-listed address. All questions regarding this RFP must be submitted by fax or in writing to the USIA Contracting Officer within 15 calendar days after issuance of the subject RFP. All responsible sources may submit a proposal in response to the forthcoming solicitation document, and all proposals meeting RFP requirements will be considered by the Agency. This notice is not a RFP. FOB Destination -- Washington, DC. Performance period one year from date of award with various delivery dates. Posted 09/18/98 (W-SN251514). (0261)

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