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D -- INTERNET CONNECTIVITY SERVICES TO PROVIDE ACCESS TO BIOMEDICAL INFORMATION TO AFRICAN NATIONS SOL NLM 99-125/UHP DUE 083099 POC Uyen H. Phuong (301) 496-6127 E-MAIL: karen_riggs@nlm.nih.gov, uyen_phuong@nlm.nih.gov. It is the intent of the National Library of Medicine (NLM) to procure internet connectivity services on a sole source basis with Redwing Satellite Solutions, Ltd, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, to provide access to Biomedical Information to African Nations. The NLM is coordinating and managing an electronic research network which enables medical researchers working in Africa to have full access to the Internet and the WorldWide Web. NLM has determined that Redwing Satellite Solutions Ltd,, Hertfordshire, United Kingdom, has the unique expertise and experience that are necessary to successfully provide Internet Point-to-Point, Single Carrier Per Channel satellite connectivity to the participating African locations. For this project, Redwing has designed a Single Carrier Per Channel satellite solution that offers Internet Point-to-Point connectivity between research sites in Africa and an Internet access point in the United Kingdom. Redwing has been involved since the inception of the project and is currently providing turnkey service to two remote research centers in Kenya where full access to the Internet and the WorldWide Web had not been previously possible. Redwing's accommodation for African conditions and its successful collaboration with various African agencies involved have been integral to the early success of this important Federal project in disseminating biomedical information to underserved African nations. Redwing has worked with NLM and other Federal agencies to create a solution not previously available. Redwing's solution simplifies the network design and minimizes the amount of space segment required to support the remote sites. This approach also makes it very simple to add additional sites when the need arises. Additionally, the space segment can be increased at any time to accommodate both the growth in sites and the overall utilization of the network. This is not a Request for Quotations (RFQ), nor is an RFQ available, however, all responsible and responsive sources may submit a proposal which will be considered by the NLM. Firms interested in responding to this notice must be able to provide professional service as specified and listed above. Responses should sufficiently demonstrate the firm's ability to meet the government's requirements. Responses are required within fifteen (15) calendar days from the publication date of this notice. NLM synopsis No. NLM 99-125/UHP. Inquires regarding this procurement may be made to Uyen H. Phuong, Lead Purchasing Agent, NLM on (301) 496-6127. Posted 08/11/99 (W-SN366249). (0223)

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