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65 -- MEDICAL SUPPLIES SOL RFP 618-14-97 DUE 092096 POC Carol Murphy, Contracting Officer (612) 725-2190 Provide Brand Name or Equal (Baxter Healthcare corporation, Bentley Labs Division, Irvine, CA) Cardiopulmonary Membrane Bypass Heart Lung Equipment; components to consist of Oxygenator, venous reservoir, tubing packets, etc. and supplied as entire kit in a ''suitcase'' with handle. Estimated usage is 26 kits per month. Period of contract will be from October 1, 1996 through September 30, 1997 with Option to Renew provisions for two (2) additional 12-month periods. Samples will be requested from offerors for evaluation by using personnel to determine acceptability and capability of product. Bid documents will be available on or about August 20, 1996. Request in writing or by fax at 612-725-2072.20, 1996. Request (0218)

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