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70 -- GENERAL-PURPOSE AUTOMATED DATA PROCESSING EQUIPMENT (INCLUDING FIRMWARE), SOFTWARE, SUPPLIES, AND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT SOL 6TSA-98-CSC-0072 DUE 021298 POC Point of Contact -- Contact Sue Cumpton by Fax (816)823-3322 The General Services Administration intends to issue a contract to Information Handling Services under the authority of FAR 6.302-1 through solicitation number 6TSA-98-CSC-0072. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 90-42. Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. A justification for Other than Full and Open Competition is being prepared in support of this acquisition. This procurement is for: CLIN 1. Renewal of Data Subscription. Network version of Basic HAYSTACK III and HAYSTACK for APL's in a windows format for a one year period. License to include unlimited access for up to 25 simultaneous users on multiple workstations. System to be updated every 30 days during subscription period. CLIN 2. Training. Five basic user orientation classes for up to 10 people per class including 100 quick reference guides and one customer "train the trainer" class to include electronic, color overhead or slide presentation, Trainer/Facility guides, student class guides and a custom video. CLIN 3. Customer Support. Access to toll free technical and customer support from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pacific Standard Time for subscription period. The proposed contract action is for supplies or services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under authority of FAR 6.302. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals. This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. All proposals received by 2/12/98 will be considered by the government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based on responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Inquiries will only be accepted by FAX at the number shown above. (AC0204005-05) (0035)

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