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R -- FOCUS GROUP SURVEY OF CUSTOMERS FOR NEW PROCESS SOL TIRNO-99-Q-00170 DUE 072299 POC Contract Specialist, Janice Spady, 202-283-1162 The Internal Revenue Services (IRS) intends to issue an order on Focus Survey of Customer for a new process which will assist IRS in conducting twelve (12) focus group sessions, in 4 cities, with individual taxpayers. The vendor shall provide suitable facilities, resources, and materials to conduct the focus groups. This task is to be effective for three (3) months from date of award with all tasks to be completed in accordance with the statement of work (SOW). This acquisition is set-aside for small business concerns. The Standard Industrial Classification is 8744, size standard is $5.0 mil. All responsible sources who can provide the above requirements shall submit a written request for the above Request for Quotation (RFQ) no later than 15 days from the published date. All questions must be submitted in writing and received by facsimile (202)283-1511 or by mail. An award is anticipated under Simplified Acquisition Procedures and will be based on the lowest overall price to the government. See numbered Note 1. Posted 07/02/99 (W-SN349957). (0183)

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