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Y -- CONST. OF THE NATIONAL CENTER FOR COOL & COLD WATER AQUACULTURE, LEETOWN, WV SOL 8308-3K18-99 POC Jeannette Davies, 301-504-1173 (FAX 301-504-1216) Y -- Presolicitation Notice and Sources Sought -- to determine small business interest and capability in bidding on the Construction of the National Center for Cool and Cold Water Aquaculture located in Leetown (near Kearneysville), Jefferson County, West Virginia. Construction of a 30,000 sf. lab/office bldg. with attached 23,000 sf. tank/aquaria building for raising various species of fish for experimentation. Specialty structures include a water treatment system for rearing fish, including ozone treatment, activated carbon treatment, degassing, and a UV filtration system. The estimated cost range for this project is over $10 million. The design is in metric. Small Business firms must have a minimum of 5 years experience in related work activities and similar size construction projects. The Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) code for this acquisition is 1542. Solicitation may be set aside for Small Business concerns. Anticipate release of Solicitation by April 12, 1999. Small Business response to this inquiry is due by MARCH 8, 1999. Mail or FAX one-page letter citing interest, bonding capability, and experience in similar size and/or type of work. Information must include project and title, dollar amount, date completed, name and telephone number of contracting officer, contract number, and whether you were the prime or a subcontractor. Posted 02/17/99 (W-SN299190). (0048)

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