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70 -- GENERAL-PURPOSE AUTOMATED DATA PROCESSING EQUIPMENT (INCLUDING FIRMWARE), SOFTWARE, SUPPLIES, AND SUPPORT EQUIPMENT SOL 6TSA-98-DJH-0083 DUE 030598 POC Point of Contact -- Contact Delta Helm by fax (816)823-3322 This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Federal Acquisition Regulations document (FAR) subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation: proposals are being requested and A WRITTEN SOLICITATION WILL NOT BE ISSUED. Solicitation number 6TSA-98-DJH-0083 is being issued as a request for proposal (RFP). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular (FAC) 97-02. CLIN 1. DLT drive, ext., part number 242521-B21, Qty. 5; CLIN 2. 128M Upgrade for Proliant 5000, part number 219283-001, Qty. 13; CLIN 3. 200MHz/512 CPU for P5000, part number 219443-001, Qty. 13; CLIN 4. 9.1Gb 1.8" Hot Plug Drive, part number 199882-001, Qty. 49; CLIN 5. CPQ 42U Rack, part number 165753-001, Qty. 1; CLIN 6. Monitor and Keyboard Shelf, part number 165644-001, Qty. 1; CLIN 7. Rack Coupling Kit, part number 165664-001, Qty. 1; CLIN 8. CPU to Switch Cables, part number 165638-001, Qty. 1; CLIN 9. Rack Int/Trackball Kbd, part number 185152-001, Qty. 1; CLIN 10. Rack Sidewall Kit, part number 165652-001, Qty. 1; CLIN 11. Rack Stabalizing Kit, part number 189907-001, Qty. 1; CLIN 12. 4 Port Switch Box, part number 242694-001, Qty. 1; CLIN 13. Rack Mount UPS 3000, part number 242705-002, Qty. 1; CLIN 14. Rack Mount Storage Sys F1, part number 272800-001, Qty. 5; CLIN 15. Proliant 5000R/200/128/512, part number 221050-001, Qty. 2; CLIN 16. Smart 2P Array Controller, part number 194753-001, Qty. 2. FOB San Diego, CA. No partial quotes will be considered. No substitutions will be allowed. Please acknowledge all requirements on quotations. Please indicate FOB destination on quote. The provision at FAR 52.212-1, instructions to offerors, applies to this acquisition. Evaluation is based on best value including cost and ability to meet service requirements. Offerors shall include a completed copy of the provision at FAR 52.212-3, offeror representation and certification -- commercial items, with its offer. The clause at FAR 52.212-4, contract terms and conditions -- commercial items, applies to this acquisition. In addition to the guidance contained in FAR 52.212-4, contractors shall submit proof of delivery with their invoices. Proof of delivery may be in the form of a bill of lading or other shipping document signed by the receiving office. Invoices received without proof of delivery will not be accepted. The clause at FAR 52.212-5, contract terms and conditions required to implement statutes or executive orders -- commercial items applies to this acquisition. Offers are due by close of business March 5, 1998, and can be submitted to the address shown above Attn: Delta Helm or sent by FAX to the number shown above. Inquiries regarding the solicitation will only be accepted via FAX. (AC0224045-06) (0055)

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