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Unique combinations of these scientific resources, made
possible by the diverse experiences and capabilities of the total
Battelle organization,
offer the potential for the development
and performance of exciting interdisciplinary research programs.
In addition,
the collective skills and experience of the study
centers reinforce and extend the capability of HARC as a whole.
ESTIMATED TIME AND COSTS
Pending your comments on this preliminary proposal, we
intend to submit a formal proposal to you.
Battelle would pro-
pose to conduct research directed toward the objectives outlined
in this proposal for a period of forty-eight
(48) months, including
time for submission of the final report, with an estimated funding
of $832,900 which includes a fixed fee of $72,955.
An estimated
breakdown of costs will be enclosed with the formal proposal.
The estimated costs make no provision for extraordinary insurance
coverage which might be necessary for this project and,
accordingly,
such costs might have to be added to the project.
A cost-plus-fixed-fee type of contract would be proposed,
calling for Battelle's best efforts within the time and funds
provided.
All of the terms and conditions including the state-
ment of work would be subject to mutual agreement.
Presently,
negotiations are underway between EARC and DOE-
Richland for a master contract which would apply to work HARC
performed for DOE-Richland, with specific vortions of work coming
in the form of task orders.
Should this Master Contract be
finalized, and should a formal version of the present unsolicited
proposal be accepted,
a task order under the Master Contract could
possibly be used as a vehicle for activation of this project.