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70 -- GENERAL-PURPOSE AUTOMATED DATA PROCESSING EQUIPMENT (INCLUDING FIRMWARE), SOFTWARE, SUPPLIES, AND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT SOL 6TSA-97-CSC-0051 DUE 120496 POC CONTACT SUE CUMPTON BY FAX (816)823-3322 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulations document (FAR) subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. Thisannouncement constitutes the only solicitation: proposals are being requested and A WRITTEN SOLICITATION WILL NOT BE ISSUED. Solicitation number 6TSA-97-CSC-0051 is being issued as a request for proposals (RFP). The solicitation document andincorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 90-38. CLIN 1. IBS/IDR Modem with Reed-Solomon Option, part # SLM 8650/A09V01, Qty. 8. FOB Arlington, VA, Date of Delivery and acceptance 30 days ARO.The provision at FAR 52.212-1, instructions to offerors, applies to this acquisition. Evaluation is based on best value, cost, ability to meet requirements and past performance. Offerors shall include a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3,offeror representation and certification - commercial items with its offer. The clause at FAR 52.212-4, contract terms and conditions - commercial items applies to this acquisition. In addition to the guidance contained in FAR 52.212-4, contractorsshall submit proof of delivery with their invoices. Proof of delivery may be in the form of a bill of lading or other shipping document signed by the receiving office. Invoices received without proof of delivery will not be accepted. The clause atFAR 52.212-5, contract terms and conditions required to implement statutes or executive orders - commercial items applies to this acquisition. Offers are due by close of business December 4, 1996, at the address shown above Attn.: Sue Cumpton.Inquiries will only be accepted by FAX at the number shown above. (0320)

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