Department of Transportation, United States Coast Guard (USCG), Commanding Officer, USCG Engineering Logistics Center, 2401 Hawkins Point Road, Building 31, Mail Stop 26, Baltimore, MD, 21226-5000

J -- TRIMBLE NT200CG DGPS RECEIVERS SOL Reference-Number-DTCG40-00-Q-40030 DUE 072400 POC Brenda Thomas, Contract Specialist, Phone 410-762-6454, Fax 410-762-6056, Email bthomas@elcbalt.uscg.mil -- David Monk, Contracting Officer, Phone 410-762-6456, Fax 410-762-6056, Email dmonk@elcbalt.uscg.mil WEB: Visit this URL for the latest information about this, http://www.eps.gov/cgi-bin/WebObjects/EPS?ACode=M&ProjID=Reference-Num ber-DTCG40-00-Q-40030&LocID=493. E-MAIL: Brenda Thomas, bthomas@elcbalt.uscg.mil. This RFQ is modified to clarify the receipt date for quotes as being 7/24/00. The description is modified to read_The Coast Guard is seeking quotes from qualified sources that can supply continuing support and maintenance for the Trimble NT200CG DGPS Receivers. The repair consists primarily of equipment replacement and upgrades through the original equipment manufacturer (OEM). The government intends to issue a contract for a base year and three option years, if exercised. The government is seeking qualified sources that can provide this service. It is the government's belief that Trimble Corporation, the OEM, is the only company that can provide the required services. However, other potential sources having the expertise, required capabilities, and the ability to purchase OEM parts, can submit data with their quotation. The Government does not intend to pay for the information solicited. Responses must be concise and be specifically directed to the requirement mentioned above. Concerns that respond tothe notice must fully demonstrate their capabilities to meet the requirements. They must provide self-supporting, clear, concise, and complete, and documentation, supporting their capabilities. The following information must be provided to evaluate the acceptability of the repair services offered. Complete and current data must demonstrate, 1) that potential source has the capability to perform the repair services, 2) that the offered parts have been satisfactorily manufactured by the OEM, and 3) that the potential source has the ability to purchase parts from the OEM on a continuing basis. The contractors experience and expertise with the Trimble NT200CG DGPS Receivers in providing extended warranty, repair, and upgrades is an important evaluation factor, as well as the personnel experience and qualifications in performance. A pre-award survey may be performed to verify the validity of information provided in your quotes. Your request for Quotation DTCG40-00-Q-40030 should be directed to the attention of Brenda Thomas, Contract Specialist at the above referenced address or via facsimile to (410) 762-6056. No verbal requests please. For questions, please contact Ms. Thomas at 410-762-6454. THIS NOTICE IS FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES FOR MINORITY, WOMEN-OWNED AND DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS ENTERPRISES: The Department of Transportation (DOT) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) has a program to assist minority, women-owned, and disadvantaged business enterprises to acquire short-term working capital assistance for transportation related contracts. Loans are available under the Short-Term Lending Program (STLP) at prime interest rates to provide accounts receivable financing. The maximum line fo credit is $500,000. For further information and applicable forms concerning the acquisition, and applicable forms concerning the STLP, please call the OSDBU at (800) 532-1169. Internet address: http://osdbuweb.dot.gov. See numbered Note 22. Posted 06/27/00 (D-SN468817). (0179)

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