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Y -- PHASE II, 4160V ELECTRICAL SYSTEM UPGRADE AT THE NATIONAL ANIMAL DISEASE CENTER, AMES, IOWA SOL 1407-3K15-96 DUE 082196 POC Contracting Officer, Mike Thompson, 301-344-0298 Pre-solicitation Notice - It is the intent of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service, to replace existing overhead 4160V primary electrical distribution services, transformers, and electrical services to approximately 25 buildings at the National Animal Disease Center (NADC), in Ames, Iowa. The major scope of work for this project consists of the installation of new underground cables for the 4160V distribution system, approximately five (5) 4160V pad-mounted sectionalizing switches, eight (8) 4160V-208/120V pad-mounted transformers, pad- mounted distribution panels, new underground electrical services with disconnects to approximately 25 buildings, and removal of existing overhead distribution equipment. The estimated cost of construction is between $350,000 and $450,000. Solicitation packages will be available on or about July 24, 1996. The bid documents will be provided, at no cost to bidders, by APACE Architects and Engineers, 1425 Northeast Rock Island Avenue, Peoria, Illinois 61603. The point of contact is Mark Cordes and he can be reached on 309-685-4722. A pre-bid conference will be scheduled on or about August 7, 1996. Bids will be opened on or about August 21, 1996. All responsible sources may submit an offer which shall be considered by the Agency, (0135)

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