U.S. Army Engineers District, Wilmington District, Corps of Engineers, Attn: Sherrel Sholar-Jackson, P.O. Box 1890, Wilmington, NC 28402-1890

19 -- ALUMINUM SURVEY VESSEL (30 TO 31 FT. BOAT) SOL DACW54-99-B-0012 DUE 022399 POC D. Abb Stallings (910)251-4785 The Wilmington District U.S. Army Corps of Engineers anticipates the award of a contract for a newly manufactured vessel constructed in accordance with the design and specifications to be provided within the solicitation. In general, the vessel will be an aluminum work boat, equipped for hydrographic survey, with an approximately 8' X 10' cabin, planing mono deep-v hull design, and capable of a minimum top speed of 35 knots fully loaded. Dimensions shall be as follows: Length, overall 30-31' Beam 10-12' Draft 2.5-3.0' Interested parties are invited to identify their interest and ability to respond to the requirements of this notice in writing (FAX 910/251-4454), by requesting a copy of the solicitation. Issue date on/about 22 January 1999. Opening date on/about 23 February 1999. The Small Business Size Standard is 500 employees. This solicitation is a 100% Small Business Set Aside. SIC: 3732. Posted 01/05/99 (W-SN285104). (0005)

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