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USAF Band Initial Equipment Issue Violin

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FA706026Q0036Federal

Submission Closed09/24/2026, 04:00:00 PM EDT

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The Department of Defense, through the 11th Contracting Squadron, is soliciting bids for a professional-level Stradivari model violin for the USAF Band Initial Equipment Issue. This solicitation, identified as FA706026Q0036, is designated as a total set-aside for small businesses. The response deadline is September 24, 2026, with the place of performance located at Bolling AFB in Washington, DC. The required instrument must be a Charles Jean-Baptiste Collin-Mezin from Paris 1900, featuring specific labeling and the maker's signature in the lower treble bout. Technical specifications include maple construction with a two-piece quarter sawn back and precise dimensions: a back length of 359mm, an upper and center bout of 113mm, and a lower bout of 205mm. An instrument case must be included with the delivery.

General Info

DoD small business solicitation for a professional Stradivari model violin by September 2026.

Agency

Department Of Defense → FA7060 11TH Contracting Squadron Pk

NAICS

339992 - Musical Instrument Manufacturing

Place of Performance

Bolling AFB, DC, 20032, USA

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PhaseClosed

PostedSep 17

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Notice updatedSep 18

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Response DeadlineSep 24

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Submission Closed

09/24/2026, 04:00:00 PM EDT

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA7060 11TH Contracting Squadron Pk

Contacts2 people available

OfficeWASHINGTON, DC, 20032-2110, USA

Organization / AgencyDepartment Of Defense → FA7060 11TH Contracting Squadron Pk

Office AddressWASHINGTON, DC, 20032-2110, USA

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SSgt Anthony Dickerson

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Roberto Rongavilla

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Full Description

Charles Jean-Baptiste Collin-Mezin, Paris 1900, Stradivari model
Label :EXPOSITION UNIVERS LE PARIS 1900/ GRAND PRIX/ Ch. J.B. COLLIN_MEZIN/ Luthier a Paris/ Rue du Faub Poissonniere, No 29, and with the maker's signature in the lower treble bout inside back.
Professional-level instrument of a reputable maker
Stradivari model
Maple construction
Two-piece quarter sawn back
Length of back must be 359mm
Upper bout must be 113mm
Center bout must be 113mm
Lower bout must be 205mm
Instrument case included