BIA, Div. of Contracts & Grants, 505 Marquette NW, STE 1010, Albuquerque, NM

R -- CENTRALIZED CUSTODIAL SERVICES SOL 1450-K00-96-013 DUE 080796 POC Carl Hotubbee, Contract Officer, 505/248-5777 or 5778. The Department of Interior, Office of Special Trustee for American Indians, Office of Trust Funds Management's (OTFM) requirement is to open and maintain a Custody Account. Currently, OTFM settles its own trades but utilizes numerous custodians for safekeeping of the securities. The current custodians consist of the Treasury, Federal Reserve, Brokerage Firms, and approximately one hundred banks. A Centralized custodian will facilitate the features of the OmniTrust System, provide for automated custodial reconciliations, and reduce the liability of the Federal Government by reducing the number of failed trades, late and incorrect income payments, and additional safety for securities. Contractor must have the capability to interface with the OmniTrust system provided by SunGard, Birmingham, AL. Due to the complexity of the centralized custodial services, need to disseminate background information, and the exceptional demands on prospective contractor's capability, a Pre-Bid Conference is set for August 12, 1996, 1:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time at 505 Marquette, NW Suite 1000 Conference room. (0205)

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