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66 -- ACCELERATED SOLVENT EXTRACTOR Sol RFQ-NC-95-07 due 091695. Contact Sue Lawrence, 612/649-5204. Accelerated Solvent Extractor with 33ML extraction cells. Employs high temperatures at high pressures to accelerate the kinetics of the extraction process. Operation up to 24 samples, 12 extraction cells (33ML), 72 clear collection vials (60 ML) Septa and lids, cellulose filters, 19.1mm, solvent bottles, snap ring pliers, power cords, and gas line fittings, installation, single extraction cells. Other than full and open competition. Set-aside type unrestricted (sole-source/single source) (no preference) all responsible sources may submit offer. Requests for RFQ must be made in writing and must specify RFQ-NC-95-07. USDA Forest Service intends to contract with Dionex Inc. Estimated cost under $50,000.00. See Note 22. (219)

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