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Z -- RENOVATION/CONVERSION OF USDA ARS CEREAL RUST LABORATORY, ST. PAUL MN SOL 5114-8-3085 DUE 091198 POC Lorna Flansburg, 309-681-6615 E-MAIL: click here to contact the contracting office via e-mail, flansbul@ars.usda.gov. The U.S. Department of Agriculture, REE, Agricultural Research Service, Mid West Area, St. Paul, MN, has a requirement for the conversion of an existing garage type area at the Cereal Rust Laboratory into an office and library, and conversion of the existing library into the area's original use as a laboratory. The work consists of changes to existing exterior wall, suspended ceilings, gypsum and steel stud partitions, floor tile, moving existing interior utilities, installation of laboratory benches and utilities, and new HVAC systems or components. Estimated period of performance is four months. Solicitation packages will be mailed on or about 8/12/98. Requests must be in writing by mail, e-mail, or facsimile to 309-681-6680, Attn: L. Flansburg. Telephone requests will not be accepted. SIC Code: 1542. Magnitude of construction: Between $100,000 and $250,000. All responsible parties may submit an offer which will be considered by the Agency. Posted 07/27/98 (W-SN228845). (0208)

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