Defense Supply Center Richmond, 8000 Jefferson Davis Highway, Richmond, VA 23297-5000

31 -- BEARING, PLAIN, SELF ALIGNING SOL SP044198QMD77 DUE 101698 POC JAMES V. SHILLINGFORD, 804-279-1501 and DEBRA M. CALL, 804 279-4368 YPG98232000407, NSN 3120-01-356-6970, Bearing, Plain, Self-Aligning, Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., (78286), P/N SB5301-106. Deliver 600 EA to DDSP New Cumberland, PA by 195 days ARO and 600 EA to DEF Distribution Depot San Joaquin, Tracy, CA by 195 days ARO. Critical application item. Origin inspection is required. Source control item. Offerors not cited as approved sources in the procurement item description are required to obtain approval from the OEM. A copy of the source approval authorization or certification of prior approval must also be submitted to DSCR with the offer. Automated Best Value Model (ABVM) applies; the final contract award decision may be based upon a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors as described in the solicitation. Method of solicitation will be written. Anticipated award date will be 30 days after solicitation closing date. See notes 9, 23, and 25. For a copy of the solicitation fax your request to James V. Shillingford, Contract Specialist, BX875, at 804-279-6687. When calling, be prepared to state name, address, and solicitation number. All responsible sources may submit an offer which will be considered. Posted 09/16/98 (W-SN250301). (0259)

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