Ben Burnowski, Us Dept. Of Transportation, 400 7th St., SW Rm. 7310 Mar-380, Washington, DC 20590

V -- LAYBERTHING SERVICES FOR THREE READY RESERVE FORCE VESSELS ON THE U.S. CENTRAL ATLANTIC COAST SOL DTMA91-99-B-00022 DUE 011499 POC Ben Burnowski, (202)366-1932 The Maritime Administration proposes to procure by sealed bidding layberthing services for three vessels on the U.S. Central Atlantic Coast (i.e. the states of Maryland, Virginia or North Carolina). The period of performance is one year with four one-year options. An invitation for bids (IFB) will be issued on or about December 11, 1998. Bid opening will be held on or about January 14, 1999. Copies of IFB DTMA91-99-B-00022 may be requested in writing from Ben Burnowski (fax: (202)366-1932), DOT/Maritime Administration, MAR-380, Office of Acquisition, 400 7th St., SW, Room 7310, Washington, DC 20590. All responsible sources may submit a bid which will be considered by the Maritime Administration. ATTENTION: Minority, Women-owned, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs)! The Department of Transportation (DOT), Short-Term Lending Program (STLP) offers working capital financing in the form of lines of credit to finance accounts receivable for transportation related contracts. Maximum line of credit is $500,000 with interest at the prime rate. For further information, call (800)532-1169. Internet address: http://osdbuweb.dot.gov. Posted 11/19/98 (W-SN272921). (0323)

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