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Z -- FABRICATION AND INSTALLATION OF MATAGORDA RANGE "A" RANGE FRONT LIGHT, MATAGORDA BAY, TEXAS SOL DTCG82-00-B-3WCA13 POC Michelle Nammur, 305-278-6725 PRESOLICITATION NOTICE: The work includes furnishing all labor, equipment and materials necessary to fabricate and install one single pile steel caisson structure in Matagorda Bay, Texas. The water depth at the installation site is approximately 27 feet. The single pile caisson structure will support a platform deck that is to be fabricated and installed by the contractor. The deck will be at an elevation of approximately 19 feet above sea level. The purpose of the structure is to serve as a platform for aid to navigation range optics and the power system they require for operation. The new structure must be precisely located to properly mark the centerline extension of the Matagorda Bay Range "A"; accurate surveying will be required. The estimated price range is between $250,000.00 and $500,000.00. Bid guarantee, payment and performance bonds are required. The estimated bid opening date is April 2000. 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. Request for a bid package must be submitted in writing. Requests may be faxed to 305-278-6696. Posted 01/28/00 (W-SN419842). (0028)

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