Panama Canal Commission, Logistical Support Division, Purchasing & Contracts Branch, Unit 2300, APO, AA 34011-2300

70 -- OBSOLESCENCE PROTECTION AGREEMENT SOL CNP-91836-JJ-29 DUE 082297 POC Sarinder Singh, Contract Specialist, (507) 272-3653, Henry J. Stec, Contracting Officer, (507) 272-4075 For Microsoft Softwares (right to use all updated or replacement versions and releases of Microsoft softwares). The Panama Canal Commission intends to solicit and negotiate with only one known source: Microsoft Corporation, 899 West Cypress Creek Rd., Suite 400, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33309. This agreement will be for a one year period with an option to be extended for an additional year. The agreement will be based on 2,200 licenses, but will provide protection for an additional 20% of new licenses. When requesting the solicitation, state name, address, facsimile and telephone numbers, and solicitation number. Requests will be accepted by facsimile at 011-507-272-7661 or Telex 3034 PCCAMRM PG. All responsible sources may submit an offer which, if timely received, may be considered by the Commission. See Notes 12 and 22. (0234)

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