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74 -- PRODUCT MATINTENANCE FOR TAMERAN AUTO-PRINTERS FOR USPTO SOL 176P9801949 DUE 061098 POC Kelli Frazier (703)305-8015 This is a sole source, combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, the test program outlined in FAR 13.6 as well as supplemental information provided herein. This non-competitive action will be processed in accordance with FAR 6.301-1 (Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements). Tameran, 30340 Solon Industrial Parkway, Solon, OH 44139-4326is the only known source who can provide the required twelve (12) months of maintenance support for two (2) Tameran auto printer (SIN 9700673 and 9700673-1) utilized by the Patent & Trademark Office. As the manufacturer of the equipment, Tameran is the only source who can provide the necessary maintenance and assure uninterrupted operation of these machines which are critical to the daily production of the Patent and Trademark Office. This procurement also includes tan item to cover charges for copies over the limits set for the machines. A simplified acquisition will be issued to procure the required maintenance from Tameran which will provide twelve months of support. This announcement constitutes the RFP and is the only solicitation that will be issued. A sole source proposal is being requested pursuant to this announcement and shall reference number 43PTO8000. This solicitation incorporates all of the applicable clauses in effect through FAC 97-2, as if stated in full text, as well as the terms and conditions of FAR 52.212-1. A firm fixed price purchase order will be awarded. A proposal shall be delivered to the Patent and Trademark Office, Office of Procurement, 2011 Crystal Drive, CPK1, Suite 810, Arlington, VA 22202, Attention: Kelli Frazier, no later than 2:00 PM (EST) on June 10, 1998. The point of contact for information regarding this solicitation is Kelli Frazier at (703)305-8015. See note 22. (0153)

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