Band Instruments

The Department of Defense, through the Dodea Americas Regional Office and the Domestic Dependent Elementary and Secondary Schools, is soliciting quotes for the procurement of new musical instruments under solicitation number HEVAS6-09-T-0032. This is a firm fixed price purchase order sought as an open market acquisition under NAICS code 451140, specifically designated as a total small business set-aside. The requirement is strictly for new equipment, and the government will not accept used or refurbished items. The scope of the procurement includes various band instruments, specifically percussion instruments such as bells, chimes, drums, cymbals, and gongs, as well as guitars, all of which must meet or exceed the technical specifications provided in the solicitation documents. Offerors must submit their quotes by September 22, 2009, ensuring that Attachment 1 Tab A is completed to allow for technical acceptability determinations. If offering equal items, vendors must provide the model number and catalog descriptions. Pricing must include all applicable discounts, and any shipping or set-up fees not included in the unit price must be listed separately for each line item. The government may make multiple awards, with a minimum award value of 25,000 dollars for items with competitive pricing. Submissions must include a completed SF 1449, pricing attachments, and necessary representations and certifications as outlined in the submission checklist.