Commander, Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, Code 230000D, 1 Administration Circle, China Lake, CA 93555-6100

B -- APPLIED GEOPHYSICAL STUDIES SOL N68936-98-R-0163 DUE 072598 POC Linda Sapp, Contract Specialist, (760) 939-4280 The Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division, China Lake, CA, 93555-6100, is seeking to investigate the extent and character of the possible melt zone and horizontal reflector beneath the Coso geothermal field. In particular, a study using small, portable arrays of high-frequency seismometers to detect mode-converted waves arising from teleseismic events is being sought. This requirement will be for a base year with one, one year option. Base period will be for one year from date of award. The option year based on the initial performance would be the following year as applicable. Proposals are being requested on a Best Value Approach. Specifications will be provided in the solicitation. The solicitation will be released on or about 26 June 1998 and close 30 days thereafter. Requests for this solicitation may be made in writing to the above referenced mail address; may be FAXED to(760) 927-3488, Attn; L. Sapp; or may be made vie EMAIL to: lsapp@ban.chinalake.navy.mil. Requests should cite the solicitation number N68936-98-R-0163. All responsible sources may submit a proposal which will be considered by the agency. (0162)

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