S -- Wireless Communication

The Bureau Of The Census intends to award a purchase order to Verizon Wireless Service for wireless phone service in the Northwestern part of the United States to be used by the Bureau'sSeattle Regional Office, in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) 6.302, "Circumstances Permitting Other Than Full and Open Competition", under FAR part 302-1 "Only One Responsible Source." for the period October 1, 2002 - Sept. 30, 2003. The intent of this synopsis is for information purposes only and is not a request for competitive quotations or proposals. No solicitation will be issued.