Panama Canal Commission, Logistical Support Division, Purchasing & Contracts Branch, Unit 2300, APO, AA 34011-2300

38 -- ROCK CUTTERHEAD SOL CNC-84295-JR-29 DUE 121996 POC Tere Abadia, Contract Specialist, (507) 272-3023, Maria T. de Chirino, Contracting Officer, (507) 272-4650 This contract action is for ESCO 6 arm LH 38DS staggered tooth rock cutterhead for the Dredge Mindi for which the Panama Canal Commission intends to solicit and negotiate with only one known source: Esco International, 2141 N.W. 25th, Portland, OR 97210. Quantity: one (1) each, Delivery: 180 days FOB Jefferson, LA after receipt of notice of award. When requesting solicitation, state name, address, facsimile and telephone numbers and solicitation number. Requests will be accepted by Facsimile at 011-507-272-7661 or Telex 3034 PCCAMRM PG. All responsible sources may submit an offer which shall be considered by the Commission. See Note 22. (0327)

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