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70 -- GENERAL PURPOSE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY EQUIPMENT SOL 6TSA-99-CSC-0101 DUE 041699 POC Sue Cumpton, Contracting Officer, Fax (816) 823-3322, Email xxxx WEB: Visit this URL for the latest information about this, http://www.eps.gov/cgi-bin/WebObjects/EPS?ACode=P&;ProjID=6TSA-99-CSC-0 101&LocID=211. E-MAIL: Sue Cumpton, xxxx. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulations document (FAR) subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation: proposals are being requested and A WRITTEN SOLICITATION WILL NOT BE ISSUED. Solicitation number 6TSA-99-CSC-0101 is being issued as a request for quotes (RFQ). This procurement is set aside for small business. The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 97-08. This procurement is for the following items: CLIN 1. Finisar Gigabit Link Extenders, including SX style GBIC, part # FLX2000-1250-040, Qty. 4. Please include all requirements on quotations. No substitutions. No partial quotes. FOB Aberdeen Proving Grounds, MD. Please indicate FOB destination on quote. The provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors, applies to this acquisition. Evaluation is based on best value including cost, past performance and ability to meet service requirements. Offerors shall include a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications-Commercial Items, with its offer. The clause at FAR 52.212-4, Contract terms and Conditions-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. In addition to the guidance contained in FAR 52.212-4, contractors shall submit proof of delivery with their invoices. Proof of delivery may be in the form of a bill of lading or other shipping document signed by the receiving office. Invoices received without proof of delivery will not be accepted. The clause at FAR 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required to Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. Offers are due by close of business April 16, 1999, and can be submitted by fax to 816-823-3322 Attn: Sue Cumpton. Inquiries regarding the solicitation will only be accepted via FAX. Posted 04/13/99 (D-SN319414). (0103)

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