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B -- REPORT OF EMPLOYER MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE BENEFITS IN 1996 SOL 96M020572 POC Carol M. Quave, Contract Specialist, (301) 443-1857. The Center for Mental Health Services requires services to gather and analyze data regarding the mental health and substance abuse benefits provided through employer sponsored health plans. The Government intends to negotiate on a sole source basis with A. Foster Higgins & Co., Inc., c/o Survey and Research Services, 125 Broad Street, New York, NY 10004. The period of performance shall be one year from date of award. This award shall be made using simplified acquisition procedures. See Numbered Note 22. (0176)

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