Commander, Marine Corps System Command, Code CTQ, 2033 Barnett Avenue, Ste 315, Quantico, VA 22134-5010

99 -- GROUND MARKING SYSTEM SOL M67854-98-R-2190 DUE 101298 POC Vicki Whiteman, Phone 703-784-5822 ext 256; Fax 703-784-5826 E-MAIL: Click here to contact the Contract Specialist, whitemanv@quantico.usmc.mil. The Marine Corps Systems Command intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Pearson Engineering of the United Kingdom for a Minefield Marking System. First delivery of one to two systems is expected in FY99. This contract will include an option to procure up to five more systems in FY00 with spares, technical support for test and evaluation and operator training. The system requirements include: (a) The system must be capable of clearly and automatically marking a lane through a minefield with vegetation up to one meter high, fifty meters in length by fifty meters in width, without reloading; (b) The marking pole must be at least 38" in height for use in day and night with a 12 hour visibility; (c) The system must work on a 24 volt power source and not weigh more than 500 lbs; (d) The system must be capable of being fired manually or on a timer and will require integration with robotics; and (e) The system must have the ability to be attached on all Marine Corps armored vehicles or bulldozers. NoRFP is available for competitive bidding; however, interested parties are encouraged to submit a statement of capability for satisfying this requirement that demonstrates a bona fide ability to meet the Government's requirements and illustrates it is advantageous to consider other sources. All responses should reference this document and be received by 12 October 1998 to the Contact Person listed above. See Numbered Note 22!! Posted 09/14/98 (W-SN249303). (0257)

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