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R -- PAY PATENT MAINTENANCE AND ANNUITY FEES POC Ann Bryant, Contract Specialist, 301-402-3080. Notice of Intent to Issue a Modification to Contract No. 263-96-D-0003 with Computer Packages, Inc., Rockville, MD. Government intends to negotiate on a sole source basis in accordance with FAR 6.302-1 as authorized by 41 U.S.C. 253 (c)(1) to provide an estimated 815 additional patent maintenance and annuity fees. The proposed performance period is o/a June 1, 1997 or date of execution, whichever is later and continue through November 30, 1997, with options renewable for three (3) one year option periods. POC: Ann Bryant, Contract Specialist, 301-402-3080. (0090)

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