U.S. Dept. of Commerce, NOAA, WASC, Acquisition Management Division WC3, 7600 Sand Point Way NE, Bin C15700, Seattle, WA 98115-0070

V -- SOURCE SOUGHT TO PROVIDE AIRCRAFT CHARTER IN THE GULF OF ALASKA. SOL WASC8-757 POC Randall Borwn (voice) (206) 526-6226/FAX (206) 526-6025 Sources sought to provide aircraft charter in the Gulf of Alaska from the Kenai Peninsula to Unimak Pass and in the Aleutian Islands from Unimak Pass to Attu Island. Purpose of charter is to conduct aerial surveys of Steller sea lions in above areas. Surveys will begin on or around 6/10/98 and continue for approximately 14 days. Surveys will begin in Anchorage and end in Anchorage. NOAA requires an amphibious twin-engine aircraft (or larger) to transport four passengers. State if small business with request for solicitation. This is a simplified acquisition with an estimated value of less than $100,000. All responsible sources may submit a proposal which shall be considered by the agency. (0028)

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