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B -- CURRENT DYNAMICS OF FOOD STAMP PROGRAM PARTICIPATION SOL FCS 95-036JIB DUE 071295 POC Jorge Bernardo, 703/305-2250/Contract Specialist, Elaine S. Lynn, 703/305-2250/Contracting Officer. The Food and Consumer Service (FCS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture is planning a study to update our knowledge of the Food Stamp Program (FSP) participation dynamics. The sharp increase in participation levels and rates raises the possibility that participation dynamics are significantly different today than they were in the mid-eighties, when the most recent analysis was performed. High participation levels also make it imperative that we understand the differences between persons who leave the FSP and those who remain of assistance. This study will analyze FSP participation patterns to provide useful descriptive data and will address changes in dynamics since the mid-eighties. If you believe you have the requisite knowledge to perform the above duties, please send a written request for the RFP to the address in item 7. The RFP will be issued on or about June 12, 1995. Proposals will be due on or about July 12, 1995. Four (4) self-addressed mailing labels must be included with your request. A Cost-Plus-Fixed-Fee type of contract is anticipated. Telephone inquiries and requests will not be honored. (0144)

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