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74 -- PORTABLE STANDARD CASSETTE RECORDERS SOL RFQ-00-98-Q-31 DUE 051598 POC Vernel P. Thompson (202) 720-2134 All requests for RFQ-OO-98-Q-31 must be faxed to (202)720-9226, referencing RFQ number, including contractors complete mailing address & fax/phone numbers, you may submit your request in writing to the following address: USDA, OO, POD, 1400 Independence Ave., S.W., Stop 9850, Room 1547 South Building, Washington, DC 20250. This requirement will be conducted under the "Simplified Acquisition Procedures". The U.S. Department of Agriculture, National Appeals Division has a require- ment for 500(qty), Sony TCM-5000EV Portable Standard Cassette Recorders, brand name or equal. Specifications include: Voice Operated Recording (VOR), Three head recording/monitor system, Automatic or manual record level adjustment, Pre-end of tape alarm, 35/8" built in speaker, Counter inertial flywheel system, 3lbs 3oz (1.45kg) with batteries installed, 10 1/8" x 2 1/4" x 5 3/8"(257 x 57 x 146mm). Delivery date: 30 days ARO This is a 100% small business set-aside, SIC code is 5731. Anticipated award date: May 22, 1998. (0113)

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