Contracting Officer, Attn: Pam Komer, USCG CEU, 1240 E. Ninth St., Rm. 2179, Cleveland, OH 44199-2060

Z -- CONSTRUCT DELAWARE BAY LT 32 SOL DTCG83-96-B-3AC322. POC P. Komer. Provide all labor, material, equipment, transportation and supervision required for the construction of a new light structure in Delaware Bay and demolition of one structure in the same location. Est Range is $500K-$1M. Solicitation Packages should be available o/a 1 August 1996. Bid opening is ON/OR ABOUT 4 September 1996. The Standard Industrial Code for this acquisition is 1629. Performance Period 215 DANTP. NO TELEPHONE REQUESTS. A $50.00 non-refundable deposit is required. Make payment to ``U.S. Coast Guard'' and shall be in the form of a company check, money order, cashiers check or certified check. All requests shall contain the Solicitation No. DTCG83-96-B-3AC322, Attn: Pam Komer, and a clear mailing address in the text of the request, letterhead is unacceptable. A PROCUREMENT INFO LINE HAS BEEN ESTABLISHED (216) 522-3954 X745 for BID OPENINGS, No of Amend. etc. As soon as the solicitation is available it will be listed on the Procurement Info Line. BID RESULTS SHALL ONLY BE OBTAINED from the BID RESULT HOTLINE (216) 522-3954 X243 or by written request to the Contract Specialist. All responsible sources may submit a bid which will be considered by the agency. The following info is provided for minority, women and disadvantaged business enterprises: The DOT has a short term bonding program available which enables firms to obtain bid, payment and performance bonds up to 80 percent of the bond amount and a short term loan program to provide working capital at the prime interest rate. In addition, through the Historically Black Colleges and University Program, firms can receive comprehensive services and training designed to enhance their financial capabilities. For further info and applicable forms, please call (202) 366-2852. (173)

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