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W -- LEASE OF RESEARCH VESSEL SOL 98HQQQ0224 DUE 041298 POC Maggie Russell (CO) 703-648-7366 Karen Staubs (Contact) 703-648-7372 W -- The Geologic Division of the U.S. Geological Survey in Woods Hole, Massachusetts has a requirement for the lease of a research vessel for 28 days for research off the coast of New York/New Jersey. The cruise mobilization is projected to begin on or about May 4, 1998 through on or about June 3, 1998. Request for Quotes (RFQ) 98HQQQ0224 will be issued on or about April 2, 1998 with quotes due within 10 days after issuance. All interested parties may submit a quote. Copies of the RFQ may be obtained by written request (faxes acceptable at 703/648-7366). Commercial Acquisition Procedures will be used to the maximum extend practicable. See Note 1.***** (0077)

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