USDA, Forest Service, Lolo National Forest, Attn: Contracting, Building 24, Fort Missoula, Missoula, MT 59804

42 -- MODEL 52 STEEL STRUCTURE COMPONENTS SOL R1-16-97-451 DUE 021097 POC Contact Point, Judy Martin, 406/329-3889, Contracting Officer, Joan A. McNab, 406/329-3766 The Forest Service requires delivery of custom fabricated steel components for Forest Service Model 52 Fire Engines. The quantities are unknown at this time; therefore, an indefinite quantity/indefinite delivery contract will be awarded. Delivery will be F.O.B. Forest Service Aerial Fire Depot, Missoula, Montana. Bids are due February 10, 1997. Estimated start work date, April 6, 1997. Contract time, 365 calendar days. Two additional option years may be awarded at the Government's option. All responsible sources may submit an offer which will be considered. The proposed contract is a 100 percent small business set-aside. (0355)

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