U.S. Dept. of Commerce, NOAA, WASC, Acquisition Management Division WC3, 7600 Sand Point Way NE, Bin C15700, Seattle, WA 98115-0070

28 -- REQUEST FOR QUOTATION: THE DOC, NOAA, PACIFIC MARINE CENTER REQUIRES TWO EACH CAT3126 DISESEL ENGINES AND CLUTCHES. SOL WASC-0-824 DUE 042600 POC Melvin Fondue (206) 526-6043/FAX (206) 526-6025 Request for Quotation -- - The US Department of Commerce, NOAA Pacific Marine Center requires the following: Two (2) each CAT3126 propulsion diesel engines and marine clutches for installation in the Olympic Coast Marine Sanctuary Boat "TATOOSH", and a service technician to assist in the installation, alignment, and start-up of the engines. This is a simplified acquisition with an estimated value of less than $100,000. Questions concerning this acquisition may be directed to Melvin Fondue at 206-526-6043 Posted 04/12/00 (W-SN444172). (0103)

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