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A -- CRUSTACEAN REPELLENT SOL N61331-00-Q-JM03 DUE 061500 POC Contract Specialist, John Miller, (850) 235-5399; Contracting Officer, Carol Dreger, (850) 234-4863 WEB: www.ncsc.navy.mil/contracts/synopsis/syntable.htm, www.ncsc.navy.mil. E-MAIL: Miller_John@ncsc.navy.mil, Miller_John@ncsc.navy.mil. The Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division, Coastal Systems Station (CSS) is seeking sources to provide a crustacean repellent to be used with submerged fiber optic cable. Specifically we are looking for a repellent for Blue Crabs, however a broad spectrum repellent is desired. The repellent should be environmentally friendly and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) approved or meet the criteria for EPA approval for use in all salt water areas. This announcement should not be construed as a commitment by the Government to issue a solicitation or to ultimately award a contract. Technical questions should be directed to Ken Baumann at (850) 234-4899. Posted 05/12/00 (W-SN454211). (0133)

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