--The U.S. Army Band, Pershings Own in conjunction with the U.S. Army Military District of Washington present A Holiday Festival.

The Contracting Center of Excellence (CCE), representing the AMVID Digital Imaging Services Division, plans to award a sole source contract to DAR Constitution Hall, located in Washington, D.C., for the presentation of "A Holiday Festival" by the U.S. Army Band, Pershing's Own, in collaboration with the U.S. Army Military District of Washington. This event is an annual community relations program designed to highlight the Army's premier military band and foster public engagement through musical performances. The award follows regulations under FAR 5.101(a)(2) and FAR 6.302-1, indicating that no competitive solicitation or request for proposals will be issued for this contract. The contract, identified by solicitation number USA-SNOTE-061130-005 and posted on November 30, 2006, is managed by the Department of Defense's W6QK Adap Support Office located at Fort Belvoir, VA. The contract uses NAICS code 711310, associated with performing arts companies. Interested parties eager to express interest or demonstrate capability must do so by December 4, 2006, by noon. Curtis Davis serves as the contracting specialist and primary contact for this action. This sole source award supports a significant cultural event while streamlining the procurement process through direct negotiation with an established venue.