U.S. Army ARDEC, AMSTA-AR-PCM-G, Bldg 9, Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey 07806-5000

S -- PROPANE GAS SOL DAAE30-96-R-1057 DUE 072496 POC Jo Ann Smith, e-mail=josmith, 201-724-2623; Contracting Officer, John H. Beeman. Delivery of propane gas on an automatic and emergency basis by a Fuel Distribution Systems Operator and maintenance/repair of propane fuel distribution systems and cooking and heating appliances on a routine and emergency basis by an Appliance Mechanic during normal and nonbusiness hours. Replacement parts at cost. Firm fixed price contract contemplated. Performance for one year from the date of award with a first and second option year, both option years based upon availability of funds. Refer to solicitation, Section C, for TRAINING/CERTIFICATION requirements and Section L for SITE INSPECTION data. This acquisition is unrestricted, however, request offeror/bidder specify size of firm as large or small business based upon the small business size standard which for the purpose of this procurement is a concern who average annual receipts for its preceeding three fiscal years is not in excess of $5.0 million. Information regarding this action can be accessed at http://procnet.pica.army.mil (0156)

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