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C -- MARINE ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING SERVICES SOL N00024-00-R-2217 POC Contracting Officer, Katherine Petersen, (703) 602-3102 extension 223 The Naval Sea Systems Command intends to issue Solicitation N00024-00-R-2217 for the detail design of a gas turbine propulsion plant and electric auxiliary systems for the LHD 8 Amphibious Assault ship to Ingalls Shipbuilding, Incorporated, P. O. Box 149, Pascagoula MS 39568-0149. The period of performance will be for two years from award. This solicitation is being issued on a sole source basis to Ingalls Shipbuilding based on their unique knowledge as the sole shipbuilder of the LHD 1 Class ships. Firms interested in subcontracting opportunities should contact Ingalls Shipbuilding, Incorporated directly. Posted 05/24/00 (W-SN458078). (0145)

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