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Z -- FABRICATION AND CONSTRUCTION OF SOUTHWEST PASS LEADING LIGHT SOL DTCG82-99-B-3WCA13 POC Elizabeth Phillips, (305) 278-6723 PRE-SOLICITATION NOTICE: Fabricat the single pile/caisson substructure and a sall platform deck as well as the installation of the structure in the desired offshore location. The structure is to provide a lead light approximately one mile outside of the Southwest Pass of the Mississippi River in approximately 30 feet of water. The single pile/caisson will be approximately 30 inches in diameter, installation will require driving it approximately 60 feet into the seabed. The estimated price range is between $250,000.00 and $500,000.00. Bid guarantee, payment and performance bonds and insurance are required. This solicitation is being issued pursuant to the Small Business Competitiveness Demonstration Program and is open to large and small business participation. All responsible sources may submit a bid, which will be considered by this agency. No telephone requests; only written requests received directly from the requestor will be accepted. ATTENTION: : Minority, Women-owned, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs)! The Department of Transportation (DOT), offers working capital financing and bonding assistance for transportation related contracts. DOT's Bonding Assistance Program (BAP) offers bid, performance and payment bonds on contracts up to $1,000,000. DOT's Short Term Lending Program (STLP) offers lines of credit to finance accounts receivable. Maximum line of credit is $500,000 with interest at the prime rate. For further information, call (800) 532-1169. Internet address: http://osdbuweb.dot.gov Posted 01/25/99 (W-SN291168). (0025)

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