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59 -- UPGRADE KITS, ENGINEERING SERVICES AND SUPPORT FOR THE MK-105 MAGNETIC MINESWEEPING GEAR POC Sonja Truehart-McKinney, Contract Specialist, (703) 602-0951 x638 The Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) intends to issue a request for proposal for two (2) MK 105 Mod 4 Magnetic Minesweeping System Upgrade Kits to EDO Corporation, Marine and Aircraft Division, 1500 New Horizons Blvd., North Amityville, NY 11701-1130. The contractor will provide additional upgrade kits and associated engineering services and support in accordance with the specifications delineated in the Schedule of Contract N00024-98-C-6302. Hardware delivery is scheduled for June and December 2001. EDO Corporation, Marine and Aircraft Division is the only firm that currently possesses the requisite knowledge and experience to provide the needed effort and supplies within the required timeframe. No other source has the technical qualifications and the necessary resources to perform the work described herein, nor will any other supplies or services satisfy the Navy's requirements. All responsible sources may submit a bid, proposal, or quotation which shall be considered by the Naval Sea Systems Command. "Production Requirements -- The production of the supplies listed requires a substantial initial investment or an extended period of preparation for manufacture." (See Numbered Notes 22 and 26) Posted 04/20/99 (W-SN322174). (0110)

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