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R -- MODELS FOR USE IN STATE AIDS DRUG ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS SOL HRSA-97-BHRD-E018180 DUE 070797 POC Aileen Broider-301-443-5231 The Health Resources and Services Administration intends to negotiate on a SOLE SOURCE basis with the Health Research Network, 224 S. Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL. 60604. This procurement shall be processed in accordance with the Simplified Acquisition Procedures in Part 13 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations. The purpose of this procurement is to provide information regarding the patterns of protease inhibitor therapy on HIV-infected patients. The contractor shall: conduct a literature review, develop and implement a work plan to conduct analyses, and prepare a draft and final report. The Health Research Network is deemed the only responsible source capable of providing the required work and services. The period of performance is twelve weeks. A Justification for Other than Full and Open Competition is on file. The award shall be made using simplified acquisition procedures. See Note(s):22. (0142)

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