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U -- TRAINING COURSE ENTITLED HEALTH AND SAFETY RELATED ASPECTS OF BR IDGE PAINTING SOL DTFH61-96-R-00033 DUE 072296 POC Contact, Kathy Sharp, Contract Specialist, (202)366-4215. The work in this proposed contract consists of: (1) reviewing and evaluating relevant practices and utilizing material to the maximum extent possible (curriculum material, tests, reports, technical papers, etc.) that deal with all aspects of maintenance and replacement of bridge paint systems containing hazardous materials, (2) organizing the material and developing the Participant Workbook and Instructor's Guide, and creating the visual aids necessary and all other training aids necessary for proper presentation of the course, (3) presenting two pilots and up to 100 training courses, and (4) updating and reformatting the material to address changing regulations and evolving needs. All responsible businesses may submit a proposal which will be considered by FHWA, SIC 8732. The period of performance is 60 months. The due date identified above is the approximate due date for receipt of proposals. To receive a copy of the solicitation, submit a written request to the address above. To expedite the request, please furnish two self-addressed gummed labels. The solicitation number should appear on the bottom edge of the labels. NOTE: The Department of Transportation (DOT), Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU), has a program to assist minority, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises to acquire short-term working capital assistance for transportation-related contracts. Loans are available under the DOT Short Term Lending Program (STLP) at prime interest rates to provide accounts receivable financing. The maximum line of credit is $500,000. For further information and applicable forms concerning the STLP, please call the OSDBU at (800)532-1169. (0142)

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