USDA, Forest Service, Homer Garrison Federal Building, Room 207, 701 N. First St., Lufkin, Texas 75901

96 -- TAILGATE SPREAD AGGREGATE ON THE CADDO NATIONAL GRASSLANDS SOL fs-woc-98-1044 DUE 092298 POC sherra taylor, 409-639-8523 E-MAIL: staylor/r8_tx@fs.fed.us, staylor/r8_tx@fs.fed.us. This is a combined synposis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. Solicitation is a Request for Quotes, #FS-WOC-98-1044. This solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect is 100% set-aside for small business concerns, SIC Code is 5032; small business size standard is 500 employees or less. Line #01 -- tailgate spread and estimated 2852 tons of gravel on Forest Service roads on the Caddo National Grasslands, Fannin County, Texas. The mineral aggregate shall be a flexible base Type A, Grade 2 as per Texas Department of Transportation specifications. Quoters will submit a completed copy of FAR 52.212-3, Representations and Certifications-Commercial items, with its quote, FAR 52.212-4 Contract Terms and Conditions -- Commercial Items and FAR 52.212-5 Contract Terms and Conditions apply to this solicitation. Quotes are due by close of business September 22, 1998. Additional information regarding this solicitation may be obtained by calling Sherra Taylor at (409) 639-8523. Posted 09/08/98 (W-SN247011). (0251)

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