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B -- NOTICE OF INTENT TO NEGOTIATE A SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT WITH THE SAN JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION (SJSUF). SOL WASC9-1343 DUE 073099 POC Randall Brown (206) 526-6226/FAX (206) 526-6025` Notice of intent to negotiate a sole source contract with the San Jose State University Foundation (SJSUF). Purpose of contract is to (1) assess the impacts of Pacific harbor seals on depressed salmonids on the San Lorenzo River, California, and (2) assess the food habits, seasonal abundance, and distribution of California sea lions and their impact on salmonid fisheries in Monterey Bay, California. Dr. Harvey of SJSUF has completed a similar study on the San Lorenzo River and on food habits of California sea lions and the impacts of their depredation on commercial and recreational samon troll fisheries. Sources with similar qualifications and experience may request solicitation by fax. State qualifications and experience, simple requests for the solicitation will not be honored. This is a simplified acquisition with an estimated value of less than $100,000. All responsible sources may submit a proposal, which shall be considered by the agency. Posted 07/06/99 (W-SN350600). (0187)

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