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Y -- CONSTRUCTION OF TWO (2) WELLS ON THE MAKAH INDIAN RESERVATION, CLALLAM COUNTY, WASHINGTON SOL RFQ-9018-PAFO-9-0003 DUE 030399 POC Karen A. Sahmaunt, Contract Specialist, 503/326-5623, Tracy Lawver, Procurement Technician, 503/326-7275 Contractor shall drill two (2) complete test wells and test pump two (2) existing wells on the Makah Indian Reservation, Clallam County, Washington. Each test well shall have a 6-inch diameter; approximately 400 LF of 10-inch well drilling with artificial filter pack; 400 LF of 6-inch steel casing; 50 LF of 6-inch well screen; 2 EA of surface seal; 1 LS well drilling mob/demob; 16 HR of test pumping; 1 LS test pumping mob/demob and necessary appurtenances for a complete and operational system. The anticipated contract will a firm-fixed price contract. The performance period is approximately 45 calendar days. The estimated range is between $25,000 and $100,000. Payment bonds or acceptable alternative payment protection is required. Buy American Act applies. Indian preference in hiring, suppliers and subcontractors is required, including meeting Makah Tribal Ordinances. Solicitation documents will be available approximately February 17, 1999. Requests for solicitation documents must be submitted in writing or by facsimile to 503/326-7857. SIC 1623. Posted 01/29/99 (W-SN293042). (0029)

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