Drum Corps International Media Package

The United States Marine Corps Regional Contracting Office-Northeast at Marine Corps Base Quantico, Virginia, intends to award a firm-fixed price, sole source contract to Drum Corps International, located in Addison, Illinois. The contract will include a base period and four one-year options for providing a media package comprising print exposure, on-site exposure, and a benefits package at the Annual Summer Music Games Tour for the United States Marine Drum & Bugle Corps, known as the "Commandants Own." This service is uniquely provided by Drum Corps International under NAICS Code 711130, with Today and Today Update Magazine holding all publication and distribution rights. The contract will be awarded without solicitation as it falls under the Simplified Acquisition Procedures for Other Than Full and Open Competition, authorized by FAR 6.302-1, indicating no competitive bidding process. The anticipated award date for this contract is February 21, 2008. The point of contact for this requirement is Mary Souviney, who has requested all correspondence be conducted via email with no telephone inquiries accepted. The contract supports marketing and promotional activities to enhance the visibility and engagement of the Marine Drum & Bugle Corps at a significant national event.