Contracting Officer, USCG CEU Providence, 300 Metro Center, Blvd., Warwick, RI 02886, Attn: Bob Kruzewski

Z -- REPLACE GALLEY EXHAUST HOODS USCG STATION, NEW HAVEN CT. SOL DTCGG1-96-B-3WK068 DUE 011896 POC FAX all inquiries to (401)736-1704 Attn: Bob Kruzewski SOLICITATION: Provide all labor, equipment, transportation, supervision and disposal necessary for the removal of existing kitchen exhaust hood and associated exhaust fan and ductwork, and install new exhaust hood, fan and ductwork in the same locations in galley area of group building. The project also involves the removal of the existing suspended metal panel ceiling and the installation of a new metal suspended ceiling in the galley area. Work is located at the US Coast Guard Station Group Building, New Haven, CT. (New Haven County) (SIC is 1711) Estimated cost is between $100K and 250K. Plans and specs issue on or about 12/18/95. Bid pkgs may be obtained by mailing a non-refundable check in the amount of $20 to U.S. Coast Guard, CEU Providence, 300 Metro Center Blvd., Warwick, RI 02886, Attn: Bob Kruzewski. Requests will be honored until supply is exhausted. This procurement is open to large and small businesses. Bid opening is on or about 01/18/96 at place of issue. For minority, Women-Owned and Disadvantaged Enterprises: The Department of Transportation (DOT) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization has programs to assist minority, women-owned and disadvantaged business enterprises to acquire short- term working capital and bonding assistance for transportation- related contracts. Loans are available under the DOT Short Term Lending Program (STLP) at prime interest rate up to $500,000 per contract. DOT provides an 80 percent guaranty on the bond amount to a surety against losses. Furthermore, through the historically black college and university programs, firms can receive comprehensive services and training designed to enhance their financial capabiltiy. For further information and applicable forms concerning the STLP and Bonding Assistance Program, please call (800)532-1169. (0333)

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