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70 -- TONER CARTRIDGES Sol. IFB-97-01. Contact Delia Downer, 816/926-6632, Contracting Officer, FAX 816/926-2835. This acquisition is for toner cartridges for the IBM Network 17, Model 4317-001, Laser Printer, Part Number 63H2401. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition document (FAR) subpart 12.6 as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation: proposals are being requested and a written solicitation will NOT be issued Solicitation number IFB 97-0001 is being issued an an Invitation for Bid. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through the Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC 90-38). The required quantity of toner cartridges is 3,000 delivered FOB destination to the USDA Warehouse, 9240 Troost, Kansas City, MO 64131, time of delivery 10 days ARO. The provisions at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial, applies to this acquisition. The clause at FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and conditions-Commercial Items applies to this acquisition. Include the clause 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items with your bid. The clause at FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions Commercial Items and FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders - Commercial Items applies to this bid. The following numbered subparagraphs under (b) of this apply (1)(2)(6)(7)(8)(9)(10)(11). Bids are due 4:00 p.m. on November 29, 1996, Room 315, 8930 Ward Parkway, Kansas City, Missouri 64114. Faxed bids will be accepted in accordance with FAR 52.214-31. All responsible sources may submit an offer which shall be considered. (320)

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