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F -- NATURAL RESOURCES & CONSERVATION SERVICES SOL RFP R5-99-12 DUE 062499 POC Sheila Georges 707-562-8788 E-MAIL: dbandur/r5@fs.fed.gov.us, sgeorges/r5@fs.fed.gov.us. The USDA Forest Service, Region 5 intends to solicit firms having the experience and skills to adequately perform hazardous materials characterization transportation, and disposal work. Projects may include, but are not limited to: oil spills, storage tank removals, illegal drug labs hazardous waste disposal, investigation of contaminated soil or groundwater, and abatement of asbestos containing material or lead based paint. Offerors may choose to submit a proposal for one activity (Work Item) or any combination of activities. Activity One = Waste Cleanup, Activity Two = Emergency Spill Response, Activity Three = Site Investigation and Cleanup. Hazardous waste transportation must be performed by a certified hazardous waste hauler. Work will be at various locations throughout the State of California. This project is open to both large and small business firms. The firms must demonstrate a certain level of expertise in order to be selected. Two to five contractors will be selected for a one year performance period with two one-year options. After award, selected contractors will compete for individual work assignments, which range from $5,000 to $200,000 with a majority of the assignments costing less than $25,000. Interested firms should submit a written request for a solicitation prior to May 21, 1999: USDA Forest Service, Attn: Sheila Georges, 1323 Club Drive-Mare Island, Vallejo, CA 94592, or by FAX: 707-562-9043. Must confirm receipt of FAX with Sheila Georges 707-562-8788. Reference Solicitation No. R5-99-12.***** Posted 04/16/99 (W-SN321266). (0106)

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