U.S. Department of Labor, Mine Safety & Health Administration, Acquisition Management Branch, P.O. Box 18233, Pittsburgh, PA 15236

66 -- INFRARED DETECTION EQUIPMENT Sol J2850318. Due 072795. Contact. William Och, 412/892-6544, Contracting Specialist. The Government intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with Summit Analyzers, Inc., Livermore, CA, for infrared detection equipment. These instruments will be used to monitor gases in the event of a mine fire or explosion. Compatability with existing equipment, extended time monitoring, and use with an automated remote data acquisition/transmission system, which has been specifically designed for the existing equipment, is essential. Statutory authority for this acquisition is FAR 6.302-1, ``only one responsible source will satisfy agency requirements''. This notice is not a request for proposals. However, any firm desiring consideration is required to fully identify their interest and demonstrate their capabilities, in writing, within 15 days after the date of publication of this synopsis to William Och at the above address. All responses must clearly identify offeror's ability to provide the required equipment. The response must be sufficient to permit agency analysis to establish a bonafide capability to meet the requirements. It is requested that pricing data be included as part of the response, including terms and conditions. Failure to submit complete documentation will result in the Government proceeding as stated above. No solicitation documents are available. Simple requests for an RFP will not be considered an affirmative response to this synopsis. The Government reserves the right not to compete this requirement based on an evaluation of responses received as a result of this notice. No telephone requests accepted. See Note 22. (157)

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