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J -- ANNUAL DRYDOCK AND REPAIRS TO THE DREDGE ESSAYONS SOL DACW57-96-B-0037 DUE 111996 POC Contract Specialist GAIL SCHULTZ (503) 326-4078 (Site Code DACW57) Nonpersonal services to perform annual overhaul for the dredge ''Essayons''. Overhaul will include Dry-docking, Sandblast and Paint Hull, Sea Valve Overhaul, Internal Survey, Main Engine Gear Box Overhaul, Change CP Propeller blades, Overside Dredge Pump Motor Replacement, Dredging Suction and Discharge Piping Repair and Renewal. IFB available on or about October 16, 1996 at no charge. Tentative bid opening date is November 19, 1996. Bidders must have a current Master Ship Repair Agreement with the Portland District before contract award. Performance period to begin on or about January 6, 1997 and be completed by January 31, 1997. This procurement is open to both large and small businesses. The small business standard for which is a concern, including affiliates, employing 1000 or less employees. All responsible sources may submit a bid which shall be considered by the Agency. Please indicate business size when requesting solicitation. SIC(0260)

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