Rock Island Arsenal, ATTN: SIORI-CT, ROCK ISLAND, IL 61299-5000

70 -- DS-3 LEVEL FIBER OPTIC NETWORK SOL DAAA08-96-R-0030 DUE 091996 POC Purchasing Agent Ms. Judy McPhail (309) 782-8586 (Site Code DAAA08) The Rock Island Arsenal intends to negotiate on an other than full and open competition basis with Iowa Communication Network (ICN), PO Box 587, Building W4, Camp Dodge, Johnston Iowa 50131-0587, for installation and configuration or required ICN FOTS room equipment. This customized ICN equipment will be integrated by ICN with Govenrment provided 220 volt electrical service, Government provided node room floor space, and Government provided connectivity to existing battery back up power. The fixed rate shall include all costs for labor, parts, per diem, and any other related costs. FOB: Destination, Rock Island Arsenal, Rock Island, IL 61299-5000. Approximate issue date is on or about 09 SEP 96. Vendors believing they can do the service at a competitive cost, shall submit a written response within 15 days of the publication date of this notice that clearly shows it ability to meet the Government's needs. All responsible sources may respond and will be fully considered, however, oral communication is not acceptable. If no affirmative responses are received clearly demonstrating the vendor's ability to meet the Government's needs, within 15 days after publication of this notice, a sole-source solicitation shall be issued to Iowa Communications Network (ICN). Rock Island Arsenal, ATTN: SIORI-CTA, Judy McPhail, Rock Island, IL 61299-5000. Telephone (309) 782-8586. No Collect Calls. If no adequate responses are received, the Government intends to issue solicitation on NTE 10 days.(0241)

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