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99 -- OTOPATHOLOGICAL ANALYSIS OF MARINE MAMMAL EARS SOL N66001-98-Q-1790 DUE 091498 POC Purchasing Agent, Ms. Claudia A. Aguzar, Code D211, (619)524-3063. Contracting Officer, Ms. Chris Lewis, (619)524-2728. The government intends to procure on a sole source basis to Woods Holes Oceanographic Institute, for an examination and analysis of marine mammal hearing anatomical structures as it contributes to understanding sound frequency-intensity combinations related to natural and anthropogenic pathology and hearing sensor capabilities. While price will be a significant factor in the evaluation of offers, the final contract award will be based on a combination of factors -- a combination of price and delivery/a determination of responsibility/ technically acceptable low bids. "Note 22 applies, however, all offers received within 15 days (in lieu of 45 days) after date of publication of the original synopsis will be considered by the Government." See Numbered Notes from any Monday edition of the CBD. RFQ will be available on 08-27-98. To obtain a copy of the solicitation send fax request to (619) 524-3407. No telephone requests will be accepted. Facsimile quotations are acceptable and must be received on or before the COB of the closing date. Facsimile quotations may be sent to (619)524-3407. Questions may be directed to the Purchasing Agent responsible for this action. The applicable Standard Industrial Code (SIC) and Size Standard is: 0279/.5. Posted 08/11/98 (W-SN235495). (0223)

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