99 -- MATERIAL REFERENCE LIBRARY

This is a Pre-Solicitation Notice for a 100% small business set-aside. The projected NAICS code for this requirement is 493110. This Request for Proposal (RFP) will ONLY be released and available electronically at http://www.fedbizops.gov. Accordingly, No telephone, fax or email requests will be accepted. Since the RFP will only be available electronically, it will be the responsibility of interested parties to monitor the Federal Business Opportunities website for any amendments. The estimated release date of the RFP is March 28, 2003 and estimated date of proposal due is April 30, 2003. The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) anticipates awarding one contract to a successful offeror who shall furnish all necessary facilities, materials and personnel to operate and maintain Long Term Pavement Performance (LTPP) Material Reference Library. This facility is currently located in Reno, Nevada. The anticipated period of performance is 5 years. For more information on the LTPP Program please see http://www.tfhrc.gov/pavement/ltpp/ltpp.htm.