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12 -- PROVIDE DESIGN AGENT MODIFICATION FIELD SERVICE ENGINEERING FOR THE GMLS MK 26 SYSTEMS SOL N00024-96-G-5220 POC (02522K) Ms. Laura Kanes, (703)602-7818; Contracting Officer, Mr. Mick Dodd (703)602-7818. The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) intends to enter into a Basic Ordering Agreement (BOA), N00024-96-G-5220, with United Defense, Naval Systems Division of 4800 East River Road, Minneapolis, MN 55459-0043 for the issuance of orders on multiple occasions over a 30 month period. Orders will be issued for Design Agent Modification Field Service Engineering for the Guided Missile Launching System (GMLS) MK 26 systems and associated training equipment. Orders will be issued pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1). United Defense, Naval Systems Division is currently the only manufacturer possessing the unique experience and knowledge that is necessary to meet these requirements. No other source has the technical qualifications and the necessary resources to perform the work described herein, nor will any other supplies or services satisfy the Navy's requirements. Companies interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact United Defense, Naval Systems Division directly. Numbered Note(s): 22. (0004)

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