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R -- CLERICAL, COMMUNICATION, AND HOUSING SUPPORT IN HONIARA, SOLOMON SOL WASC9-348 POC Randall Brown (voice) (206) 526-6226/FAX (206) 526-6025 Notice of intent to negotiate a sole source contract with the Forum Fisheries Agency (FFA) in Honiara, Solomon Islands. Purpose of contract is to procure clerical support, housing, and communication support at remote location for a National Marine Fisheries Service (NMFS) Special Agent assigned to Honiara. Period of contract will be for one year. No other local sources known which can provide the required support. Any other source which can provide these services may request solicitation by fax. This is a simplified acquisition with an estimated value of less than $100,000. All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. Posted 10/07/98 (W-SN260266). (0280)

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