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B -- IN-VITRO DERMAL ABSORPTION RATE TESTING SOL CPSC-Q-99-5169 DUE 072699 POC PETER J. NERRET, Contract Specialist,(301)504-0444, ext.1150; ROBERT J. FROST, Contracting Officer, (301) 504-0444, ext.1142 WEB: CPSC Homepage, http://www.cpsc.gov/businfo/contract.html. E-MAIL: g:users adcb rdwrite cbd 99-5169, pnerret@cpsc.gov. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is seeking to locate/identify scientific testing firms with in-vitro dermal absorption rate testing expertise. The Consumer Product Safety Commission administers and enforces the Federal Hazardous Substance Act (FHSA) and Flammable Fabrics Act (FFA). Currently, CPSC is in the process of developing a performance standard for the ignition resistance of residential upholstered furniture to small open flames such as cigarette lighters, candles, and matches. Although inherently flame-resistant fabrics are available, most furniture manufacturers would probably apply flame retardant (FR) chemicals to a broad range of available fabrics to meet the standard. In support of these regulatory efforts, CPSC staff is assessing the potential health hazards that may result from the use of FR chemicals in upholstered furniture. CPSC intends to issue a firm-fixed-price, simplified acquisition for in-vitro dermal absorption rate testing. Request for Quotation (RFQ) No.CPSC-Q-99-5169 will be released on or about July 1, 1999 with quotations due on or about July 26, 1999. All responsible sources may request a copy of the RFQ by fax at (30l)504-0628 and submit a written quotation, which shall be considered by the agency. No telephone requests for copies of the RFQ will be accepted. Written requests for the RFQ and quotations may be sent to the address listed above. The final award(s) decision will be based upon a combination of price, past performance, and other evaluation factors as specified in the RFQ. When responding to the RFQ, among other requirements, the offeror(s) shall provide documentation which demonstrates their experience with in-vitro dermal absorption rate testing. Offerors shall also provide documentation, which demonstrates that they have adequate staff to complete the testing within the specified time frame. The Contractor selected shall not be an importer, distributor or manufacturer of consumer products subject to the jurisdiction of the laws administered by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, nor shall the Contractor have ongoing contractual obligations or substantial ongoing business with importers, distributors or manufacturers of products under CPSC's jurisdiction. The anticipated award date is on or about August 15, 1999. The contract period of performance will be approximately three months.***** Posted 06/16/99 (W-SN343879). (0167)

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