USAF Band 4th of July Production

The contract involves providing comprehensive production services for a high-profile live event scheduled for July 4, 2025, on Pennsylvania Avenue NW between 12th and 13th Street NW in Washington, D.C. The contractor is responsible for staging, lighting, sound equipment, and labor necessary for both the live show and its broadcast. A dress rehearsal and taping are planned for July 3, 2025, ensuring all technical elements are properly coordinated prior to the main event. This project is part of a government initiative managed by the Department of the Air Force, specifically through the 11th Contracting Squadron, and is designated as a Total Small Business Set-Aside under the NAICS code 711110, which pertains to independent artists, writers, and performers. The solicitation was posted on May 7, 2025, with a response deadline of May 12, 2025, and emphasizes compliance with wage standards outlined in the Wage Determination No. 2015-5419, Revision 28, issued by the U.S. Department of Labor. This wage determination sets the minimum wages and fringe benefits for workers involved in the contract, ensuring fair compensation in accordance with the Service Contract Act. The contract underscores the importance of detailed planning, technical expertise, and adherence to federal wage and labor standards to successfully execute the event, which aims to celebrate Independence Day with a nationally broadcasted performance. Contact points for further inquiries include Joseph Trevino and Christopher Finik, both based within the Department of the Air Force's contracting office.