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Y -- ARRIBA CREEK AND MARIN RIVER NON-EXIGENCY, PATILLAS, PR SOL NRCS-RFQ-068-CB-7 DUE 081497 POC Warner Irizarry, 787-766-5206 x232 / Contracting Officer 787-766-5206x228 Work includes obstruction removal from bridge and channel clearing and shaping of approximately 825 lineal feet; installation of approximately 505 cubic yards of gabions. Restoration of eroded banks with removed sediment if needed. A site showing will be conducted on August 6, 1997 at 1:00 pm. Refer to soliciation package for location. Price range is between $50,000-$100,000. Work to be completed within 35 calendar days of notice to proceed. All contractors must be registered to do business in Puerto Rico at the time of contract award. NO TELEPHONE REQUESTS FOR SOLICITATION PACKAGE. Please fax request to 787-766-5245. When faxing request include name, address, telephone and fax number, and solicitation number. Solicitation packages will be available on July 23, 1997. All responsible sources may submit an offer which will be considered. (0189)

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