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70 -- GENERAL-PURPOSE AUTOMATED DATA PROCESSING EQUIPMENT (INCLUDING FIRMWARE), SOFTWARE, SUPPLIES, AND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT SOL 6TSA-97-DJH-0213 DUE 091197 POC Point of Contact -- Contact Delta Helm by fax (816)823-3322 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulations document (FAR) subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation: proposals are being requested and A WRITTEN SOLICITATION WILL NOT BE ISSUED. Solicitation number 6TSA-97-DJH-0213 is being issued as a request for proposals (RFP). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 90-46. CLIN 1. Qty. 1 ea. Automated Pressure Tracking Adiabatic Calorimeter (APTAC) System, part number 99-020-02, consisting of: APTAC Calorimeter Assembly Module (CAM) with pressurized Calorimeter Assembly (PCA); APTAC Service Module with APTAC controller including ADI real-time control, real-time data acquisition and analysis software, Operating system for APTAC controller (MS Windows NT), 17" color SVGA monitor, keyboard & mouse; APTAC control system for dynamic heating and pressurization of the PCA; data acquisition electronics, single shot -- fully integrated reagent addition system; standard -- venting/sampling system with venting to an external pressure vessel; fully independent safety systems; APTAC accessories pack; APTAC user manuals; on-site installation and training; standard 12-month warranty with 12 months toll-free phone support. Delivery 30 days ARO. FOB Salt Lake City, UT. Please acknowledge all requirements on quotations. Please indicate FOB destination or include shipping charges if applicable. The provision at FAR 52.212-1, instructions to offerors, applies to this acquisition. Evaluation is based on best value, cost and ability to meet service requirements. Offerors shall include a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3, offeror representation and certification -- commercial items, with its offer. The clause at FAR 52.212-4, contract terms and conditions -- commercial items, applies to this acquisition. In addition to the guidance contained in FAR 52.212-4, contractors shall submit proof of delivery with their invoices. Proof of delivery may be in the form of a bill of lading or other shipping document signed by the receiving office. Invoices received without proof of delivery will not be accepted. The clause at FAR 52.212-5, contract terms and conditions required to implement statutes or executive orders -- commercial items applies to this acquisition. Offers are due by close of business September 11, 1997, and can be submitted to the address shown above Attn: Delta Helm or sent by FAX to the number shown above. Inquiries regarding the solicitation will only be accepted via FAX. (AC0903003-19) (0246)

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