Army Research Laboratory, Attn: AMSRL-CS-PR-AP, Abeerden Proving Grounds, MD 21005-5066

B -- SOLUBILITY OF SOLID NITRAMINE PROPELLENTS SOL W813LT 9021-6011 DUE 021599 POC Bonita Zander, Purchasing Agent 410-278-6515 The contractor shall provide ongoing research effort focusing on the solubility of solid nitramine propellents. Period of performance is 28 March 99 thru 27 March 00 . It is the intent of the Government to award a contract on a sole source basis to Oklahome State University, Stillwater, OK pursuant to FAR 6.302-1. The proposed contract action is for special studies and analysis -- Not R&D for which the Government intends to solicit and negotiate with only one source under the authority of FAR 6.302. Interested persons may identify their interest and capability to respond to the requirement or submit proposals. This notice of intent is not a request for competitive proposals. However, all proposals received within fifteen (15) days after date of publication of this synopsis will be considered by the Government. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed contract based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will normally be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. Quotes may be faxed to (410) 278-6522. All responsible sources may submit a bid or proposal which will be considered by the Agency. No telephone requests will be honored. See Numbered Note(s):22 Posted 01/28/99 (W-SN292314). (0028)

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