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19 -- INTERCEPTOR, MARINE VESSELS SOL CS-98-031 POC Pansy Bradley-Cooper, Contract Specialist, (202) 927-0073 The U.S. Customs Service proposes to acquire new Interceptor Vessels, High Performance, Inboard Gasoline Powered, Deep V-Hull, 39 feet to 46 feet overall length. It is anticipated that a requirements type contract will be awarded with four one year optional periods. Estimated quantity (1) per year. RFP No. CS-98-031 is to be issued on or about June 1, 1998, and proposals will be due to be received in the designated office 30 days thereafter. Only written requests for the solicitation package will be acknowledged. This procurement is a 100% set-aside for small business concerns. SIC Code 3732 (500 employees) (0077)

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