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Z -- BUILDING NO. 56, ALTERATIONS TO EAST BAY AREA, NAVAL SURFACE WARFARE CENTER, PHILADELPHIA NAVAL BUSINESS CENTER, PHILA., PA SOL N62472-97-B-2326 DUE 072497 POC Madeline Mathis, Contract Specialist, (215) 897-6492. The work includes demolition of existing piping, electrical fixtures and conduit, steam unit heaters and associated piping in the East Bay Area of Building No. 56. Demolition of a partial height brick partition, two (2) hydraulic floor lifts, and concrete floor preparation for new finishes. The space will be prepared for new gypsum partitions enclosing new offices and toilet areas with new acoustical tile ceilings, carpet tiles and related finishes. A new HVAC system, electrical power and lighting system, new plumbing fixtures, fire protection, and incidental related work. The subject solicitation will be issued as unrestricted and subject to the evaluation criteria contained in DFAR 252.219-7003 -- entitled "Notice of Evaluation Preference for Small Disadvantaged Business Concerns -- Construction Acquisition -- Test Program (APR 1996)". Estimated Cost Range is Between $100,000.00 and $250,000.00. The Standard Industrial Code (SIC) is 1541. (0177)

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