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70 -- GENERAL-PURPOSE AUTOMATED DATA PROCESSING EQUIPMENT (INCLUDING FIRMWARE), SOFTWARE, SUPPLIES, AND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT SOL 6TSA-97-CSC-0115 DUE 041597 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. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation: quotations are being requested and A WRITTEN SOLICITATION WILL NOT BE ISSUED. Solicitation number 6TSA-97-CSC-0115 is being issued as a request for quotations (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 90-38. This procurement is set aside for small businesses in accordance with FAR 13.105(a). CLIN 1. 10 Base T Patch Panel (24 pair) w/ Telco Connector, part # JPM-016, Qty. 32. CLIN 2. Connecting Cable (24 pair TELCO M-M), part # ELN-25T-0005-MM, Qty. 32. CLIN 3. Ethernet Media Converter (10 Base T- Fiber), part # E-TBT-FRL-02, Qty. 160. CLIN 4. Media Converter/12x chassis, part # 51-10912, Qty. 12. CLIN 5. McPIM, TP/FO Module, part # 55-12726, Qty. 150. CLIN 6. Ethernet Probe 16 MB, part # 6010/16, Qty. 2. Offeror must provide proof of ability to deliver referenced requirements. Date of Delivery is 30 days ARO. FOB Leavenworth, KS. 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, contractors shall 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 at FAR 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, April 15, 1997, at the address shown above Attn: Sue Cumpton. Inquiries will only be accepted by FAX at the number shown above. (0090)

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