AP -- SOL. WASC7-1575, BASIC RESEARCH. WASC-7-1575 -- Notice of intent to issue a sole-source contract to California Department of Fish & Game (CFDG) to deliver five copies of a technical report on chinook salmon hook and release survival to NMFS by November 30, 1997. CDFG will test the effect on chinnok survival of at least three different hook types and sizes during at least ten days fishing at sea aboard research vessel. CDFG will make available to NMFS the principal analysts and authors of the report for the purpose of ensuring that the results of the study are clearly understood and accurately communicated to the Pacific Fishery Management Council. Fax your request for the solicitation by 07/31/97 to (206) 526-6025. Sources responding to this notice must indicate (in writing) qualifications and experience in this area. Simple request for the solicitation will not be honored. This is a simplified acquisition with an estimated amount of less than $100,000.00.***

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