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H -- SEVERANCE ASSEMBLY TOW RELEASE MECH SOL F42630-98-R-66821 DUE 081498 POC For copy, PKX-2/Pamala Chaffee/(FAX)801-777-7522, For additional information contact Genee Ringel/Likm/[801]775-2093 Obtain contractual coverage for Qualification Testing for an additional source for the Severance Assembly Tow Release Mechanism on the C-17. To include all required reports and data. Delivery: 180 days after receipt of reparable end item. Destn: IAW SOW TO: Propellex, St. Louis MO; Pacific Scientific, Chandler, AZ; Scot Inc, Downers Grove IL; Conax Corp, St Petersburg FL; Teledyne Ryan Aeronautical/Mcormick Selph Ordance, Hollister, CA; Roberts Research, Torrence, CA. Copy of solicitation may also be obtained at website http://contracting.hill.af.mil/html/3098r66821/com3098r66821.htm The approximate issue/response date will be 16 Jul 98. No telephone requests. Only written or faxed requests received directly from the requestor are acceptable. All responsible sources solicited may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered. It is suggested that small business firms or others interested in subcontracting opportunities in connection with the described procurement make contact with the firm(s) listed. Request for copies of solicitations must reference the entire solicitation number, including purchasing office identification number. To expedite your request, limit the number of individual solicitation numbers requested per letter to not more than 10. Don't request information on this requirement until after the issue date. An Ombudsman has been appointed to hear concerns from offerors or potential offerors during the proposal development phase of this acquisition. The purpose of the Ombudsman is not to diminish the authority of the program director or contracting officer, but to communicate contractor, concerns, issues, disagreements, and recommendations to the appropriate government personnel. When requested, the Ombudsman will maintain strict confidentiality as to the source of the concern. The Ombudsman does not participate in the evaluation of proposals or in the source selection process. Interested parties are invited to call Brent W. Kendall if your concerns are not satisfied by the contracting officer (801)777-6991. ATTENTION: Contractor must be registered with Central Contractor Registration by 1 Jun 98 to be eligible for contact award or payment from any DOD activity. Information on registration and annual confirmation requirements may be obtained by calling 1-888-227-2423, or via the Internet at http://ccr.edi.disa.mil Posted 06/26/98 (0177)

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