Seek the advice of potential manufacturers relative to the volume necessary to achieve a reasonable economic assessment. This will give some indication of the variety of options which would be possible at a given funding level.

Review the present Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning Industry for potential interface with existing systems to minimize technological impact and increase utilization potential.

A reference to "prototype system" implies the development of all sub-system components. We would suggest that, after initial design submissions have been made, some degree of mutual compatibility between sub-system components of various options be considered.

The administering agencies should be acquainted with the differences in procurement procedures between Research and Development Contracts, Professional Services Contracts, Manufacturing Contracts, and Building Construction Contracts. We would think it advisable to avoid any temptation to over-order or over-constrain the performance specifications, as doing so may dampen the enthusiasm for some small businesses, with no prior experience in government procurement procedures, from participation. We would adore

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Seek the advice of those with knowledge and experience in marketing and implementation procedures for new product developments, and the socio-cultural constraints relative to new product acceptability.