U. S. Environmental Protection Agency, Contracts Management Division (MD-33), Attn: ORDSC, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711

R -- NEUROTOXIC EFFECTS OF ADULT AND DEVELOPMENTAL EXPOSURE TO PFIESTERIA TOXIN SOL RFQ-RT-98-00854 POC Marsha B. Johnson, Contract Specialist, (919) 541-0952; Barbara H. Stearrett, Contracting Officer, (919) 541-3113 E-MAIL: click here to contact the contract specialist via, johnson.marsha@epamail.epa.gov. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency intends to negotiate a sole source simplified acquisition with Duke University Medical Center, Box #3412, Dept. of Psychiatry, Durham, N.C. 27710 for the conduct of studies to assess the effect of adult and developmental exposure to Pfiesteria toxin preparations. The conduct of these studies constitutes a continuation of previous work conducted by Dr. Edward D. Levin using an experimental protocol previously developed by Dr. Levin of Duke University. The purpose of these studies is to assess the effects of toxicants on cognitive function and possible therapeutic treatments for toxicant-induced cognitive deficits. It is anticipated that the period of performance will be from date of award through July 30, 1999. The proposed contract action is for services for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302. EPA believes that Dr. Edward D. Levin/Duke University is the only contractor capable of satisfyingthe requirements stated above. Dr. Levin and Duke University are uniquely qualified to conduct this work given the fact that use of their previously developed experimental protocol is essential, and the fact that this work will be building upon their previous findings and experiments in determining the correct dosages of the toxins required to conduct these studies. No solicitation is available. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. All interested parties must identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement within 15 days of the date of this announcement. A determination by the Government not to compete with this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Telephone or fax requests will not be honored. Submit response to the U.S. EPA, Attn: Marsha B. Johnson, (MD-33) Contracts Management Division, Research Triangle Park, NC 27711. See also numbered Note 26. Posted 09/11/98 (W-SN248499). (0254)

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