Contracting Officer, US Coast Guard Training Center, Cape May, New Jersey 08204-5095

Z -- INTERIOR PAINTING OF US COAST GUARD FAMILY HOUSING Sol DTCG42-96-B-QN7-001. Due 091495. POC Contracting Office Staff (609) 898-6930. Prepare and paint the interior of the Family Housing located at the US Coast Guard Training Center, Cape May NJ 08204 for the period 1 October 1995 to 30 September 1996. The proposed procurement listed herein is set-aside for Labor Surplus area concerns. Each invitation for bid must be requested in writing. Bid opening is at 2:00 pm (local time) 14 September 1995 in the contracting office, USCG TRACEN Cape May, NJ 08204. The following information is provided for minority, women and disadvantaged business enterprises: The DOT has a short term bonding program available which enables firms to obtain bid, payment and performance bonds up to 80 percent of the bond amount and a short term loan program to provide working capital at the prime interest rate. In addition, through the Historically Black Colleges and University Program, firms can receive comprehensive services and training designed to enhance their financial capabilities. For further information and applicable forms, please call (202) 366-2852. (212)

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