USCG Engineering Logistics Center, Electrical Systems Contracting Branch, CODE 047/53, 2401 Hawkins Point Rd, MS 26, Baltimore, MD 21226

61 -- ELECTRIC WIRE, AND POWER AND DISTRIBUTION EQUIPMENT POC Point of Contact -- Contact Jo Ann L. deBullet, Contract Specialist, (410) 762-6485 or J.M. McGuirk, Contracting Officer (410) 762-6486 E-MAIL: USCG Engineering Logistics Center, Baltimore, MD, 62012049@eln.attmail.com. Potential Sources Sought. The Coast Guard is seeking qualified sources that can supply Prestolite Electric Incorporated alternating current genertor, P/N 8SA3064PC, which is a commercial item. The item consists of 70 amp, 24 volt aternator with corrosion resistant coating for marine environment, integral voltage regulator. Comes without pulley, 7/8" shaft. The generator will be utilized on the 41' UTB. It is the Government's belief that only Prestolite Electric Incorporated, Four Seagate-P.O. Box 904, Toledo, OH 43691-0904 or any of their authorized distributors can fulfill this requirement since they have all the technical data relating to the item's characteristics, which would ensure the proper form, fit and function of all components. However, other organizations that can show that they have access or can obtain access to the technical data relating to the generator's characteristics are required to provide complete information discussing their capabilities as follows: (i.e., salient physical, functional and servicability, characteristics) 1) Show that they have satisfactorily manufactured the part for the government or the prime equipment manufacturer; or 2) submit complete and current engineering data comparing the offerd parts to the OEM's to demonstrate the acceptability of the parts. Organizations having the capabilities and expertise required are invited to submit complete detailed information discussing their cpabiities in duplicate within fifteen (15) days of this announcement. No cost or pricing data is required. This is not a Request for Proposal (RFP). The Government does not intend to pay for the information solicited. Responses must be concise and be specifically directed to the requirement mentioned above. Concerns that respond to the notice must fully demonstarate their capabilities to meet the requiremnts. Adequate detailed data by which to evaluate capabilities should be sent to the attention of Jo Ann L. deBullet, Contract Specialist (CODE 047/53). THIS NOTICE IS FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES FOR MINORITY, WOMEN-OWNED AND DISADVANTAGE BUSINESS ENTERPRISES: The Department of Transportation (DOT). Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU), has a program to assist minority, women-owned and disadvantage business enterprises to acquire short-term working capital assistance for transportation related contracts. Loans are available under the DOT Short Term Lending Program (STLP) at prime maximum line of credit is $500,000. For further information and applicable forms concerning the STLP call the OSDBU at (800) 532-1169. For information concerning the aquisition, contact the contracting official listed above. (AC0716028-04) (0197)

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