U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 980 College Station Rd., Athens, GA 30605

F -- LABORATORY ANALYTICAL SERVICES FOR THE ANALYSIS OF SURFACE WATER SOL PR-R4-99-10737 DUE 091799 POC Larry D. LaRue, Contract Specialist, 706-355-8512 The subject solicitation is being changed to a Request for Quotation and will be procured using simplified acquisition procedures. The resulting award will be on a purchase order with a period of performance of a base year and one option year which may be exercised at the Government's discression. This Request for Quotation (RFQ) is being assigned as RFQ-GA-99-00021. A copy of the RFQ will automatically be sent to those who had previously requested the subject solicitation. The minimum quantity for the life of the contract is 50 samples, and the maximum quanity for the life of the contract is 1,000 samples. This requirement is one hundred percent set-aside for small business concerns. The applicable SIC is 8734, and the size standard is $5 Million. A copy of this RFQ may be obtained by submitting a written request to the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency, 980 College Station Road, Athens, GA 30605, attn: Larry LaRue, or FAX 706-355-8509. All responsible sources may submit an offer which will be considered.***** Posted 08/17/99 (W-SN369045). (0229)

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