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15 -- PROCUREMENT OF AIRCRAFT SOL 8099-14 DUE 011999 POC Dale H. Gaston, Contracting Officer, phone: 208-387-5819; fax 208-387-5780 E-MAIL: Click here to contact the contracting officer via, Dale_Gaston@oas.gov. Bell 412EP IFR Helicopter. It is our intent to procure a new Bell 412EP IFR Helicopter for use by the US Park Police, National Park Service, Washington DC. The intended use of the aircraft is a variety of police work in the Washington DC vicinity. The primary reasons we believe the Bell 412EP is the only aircraft that meets the Park Service's minimum requirements of a twin engine helicopter with a useful load of approximately 4900 lbs., seating for ten plus passengers (plus a crew of 2), high skid gear and sliding cargo doors. In additon, the Park Srvice is currently operating a Bell 412SP. We believe the cost of training and the positive habit transfer for the same make and model under emergency conditions is an important evaluation factor. Any aircraft offered must include a full manufacturer's warranty for new aircraft. Solicitation 8099-14 will be issued December 30, using FAR Part 12 procedures. Offers are due Jan. 19, 1999. All responsible sources may submit an offer which will be considered. Contact Dale H. Gaston (Contracting Officer) at 208/387/5819 if you have questions or desire a copy of the solicitation. Posted 12/17/98 (W-SN281592). (0351)

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