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J -- SECURITY EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE PROGRAM (SEMP). REPAIR AND PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE FOR SECURITY EQUIPMENT AT STATIONS WORLDWIDE SOL S-OPRAQ-99-R-0023 DUE 030599 POC Raymond W. Bouford, Contract Specialist, 703-875-6068; Benita D. Williams, 703-875-5429, Contracting Officer The U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Diplomatic Security, has a requirement for security equipment maintenance services. These services include the overall management and operation of Washington, DC area maintenance and testing facilities; the training, scheduling and management of traveling teams performing scheduled maintenance on electronic security equipment at approximately 158 overseas diplomatic posts and selected Washington, DC area facilities; the repair of small arms; and the repair/installation of armor plating on vehicles. The majority of the services will be performed overseas. Proposals will be evaluated on technical factors with the critical element being the education, ability, and experience of personnel. It is critical the technical personnel are highly qualified, experienced, and have the ability to work independently in an overseas environment. All personnel are required to have Secret Clearances issued by the Defense Investigative Service (DIS) prior to being assigned to this contract. All key personnel and non-key traveling personnel must have a Top Secret Clearance prior to being assigned to this contract. The government anticipates award of a Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), labor hour contract for one base year and four priced-out option years. Interested firms must submit a written request for a Request For Proposal number S-OPRAQ-99-R-0023 to the procurement office with this notice. Telefax requests are also acceptable on (703) 875-5272. Release of solicitation is on or about February 4,1999. No telegram and telephone requests will be honored. All responsible sources may submit an offer which will be considered.***** Posted 12/11/98 (W-SN279502). (0345)

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