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NAICS Code· 512120

Motion Picture and Video Distribution

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in acquiring distribution rights and distributing film and video productions to motion picture theaters, television networks and stations, other media broadcast and streaming outlets, and exhibitors. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--Show more

NAICS 512120 – Motion Picture and Video Distribution encompasses the acquisition, licensing, and dissemination of motion pictures, television programs, documentaries, and other video content to public and institutional audiences through theatrical, broadcast, digital, and physical distribution channels. In the government contracting context, this sector supports mission-critical communications, training, public affairs, and educational initiatives across federal agencies.

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Total Obligations (12mo)
27
Awarded Contracts (12mo)
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NAICS code 512120 covers Motion Picture and Video Distribution. This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in acquiring distribution rights and distributing film and video productions to motion picture theaters, television networks and stations, other media broadcast and streaming outlets, and exhibitors. Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

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NAICS: 512120
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Breezeline Cable Bulk Video ServicesThe U.S. Navy, through the Naval Air Warfare Center Air Division, is seeking Breezeline Cable Television service for 297 units under a firm-fixed-price, sole-source procurement authority authorized under FAR Part 12. This combined synopsis/solicitation, identified as N00421-26-Q-1220, mandates that all offerors be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM.gov) prior to submission, with compliance enforced through multiple FAR and DFARS clauses including 52.204-7 and 52.204-13. The service is to be delivered to Building 665 at Patuxent River, Maryland, with full implementation required by April 30, 2027. The contract type is firm fixed-price, and payment will be processed exclusively through the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system using the DoDAAC N64142 for payment and N00421 for administrative, inspection, and shipping functions. FOB destination terms apply, and the government will perform final inspection and acceptance at the delivery location. Offerors must provide complete business information including UEI, CAGE code, business size status, tax ID, FOB location, shipping cost, estimated delivery time after purchase order, and a published price list, along with signed documentation verifying authorized distributor status. Several DFARS clauses impose cybersecurity and ethical compliance obligations, including safeguarding covered defense information per NIST SP 800-171, prohibitions on telecommunications equipment from designated foreign vendors, restrictions on business dealings with the Maduro regime and Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region, and requirements to report cyber incidents. The contract also incorporates clauses on combating trafficking in persons, equal opportunity, sustainable products, whistleblower rights, and prohibitions on confidentiality agreements that restrict reporting misconduct. Proposals must be submitted electronically via WAWF by June 9, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. EST, and no hard copies are accepted. While the solicitation does not specify unit pricing or total contract value, it requires all respondents to furnish pricing details as part of their offer. The place of performance is listed as St. James, Maryland, but all delivery obligations are tied to the authoritative Patuxent River address. All responses must include verification of distributor authorization and must meet SAM.gov registration requirements to be eligible for award.
Naval Air Warfare Center Air Division

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about 1 month ago

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about 1 month ago
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NAICS: 512120
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Federal
Bulk Video (Cable TV) Service Provision – Locals and Variety PackageThis contract entails the provision of 297 units of commercial cable television service, specifically including local channels and a variety package, to support personnel at the Naval Air Warfare Center located in Patuxent River, Maryland. The service is required to be fully delivered and operational by April 30, 2027, ensuring that the designated personnel have access to the specified cable offerings by that date. Issued by the Naval Air Warfare Center Air Division under the Department of Defense, this subcontract falls under the industry classification for cable and other subscription programming (NAICS code 512120). The place of performance is identified as St James, with the solicitation posted in early June 2026 and responses due shortly thereafter on June 9, 2026. This setup highlights the military’s need for reliable and comprehensive media service provisions within their operational environment.
Naval Air Warfare Center Air Division

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about 1 month ago

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about 1 month ago
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NAICS: 512120
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Canada
ACQUISITION D’ENREGISTREMENTS VIDÉO SUR SUPPORT PHYSIQUEBibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec (BAnQ) lance un appel d’offres pour l’acquisition d’enregistrements vidéo sur support physique dans le cadre du projet BAnQ 21-2025, portant le numéro de consultation 20138145. Le contrat a une durée initiale prévue de deux ans, avec la possibilité de deux renouvellements d’un an chacun, et sera attribué selon le prix le plus bas conforme. Les soumissions doivent être soumises par voie électronique via le SÉAO avant le 11 mai 2026 à 18h15, bien qu’une soumission papier reste acceptable. Deux lots sont identifiés : le Lot 1 concerne les enregistrements vidéo neufs édités au cours des 12 derniers mois, tandis que le Lot 2 porte sur les enregistrements neufs publiés avant cette période. Seuls les fournisseurs possédant un bureau d’affaires au Québec ou dans une province ou un territoire couvert par un accord intergouvernemental, et détenant les licences requises, sont éligibles. Les fournisseurs inscrits au Registre des entreprises non admissibles aux contrats publics (RENA) avec une période d’inadmissibilité en cours sont exclus, tout comme leurs sous-traitants. Toute demande de clarification doit être adressée à Audrey Hamelin, gestionnaire de l’appel d’offres, à l’adresse courriel audrey.hamelin@banq.qc.ca, au moins cinq jours ouvrables avant la date limite de soumission pour être prise en compte. BAnQ se réserve le droit de ne pas accepter la soumission la moins chère ni aucune autre soumission reçue.
Bibliothèque et Archives nationales du Québec

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2 months ago

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2 months ago
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NAICS: 512120
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Grant
Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS): Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP): National Center for Accessible Education Videos; Assistance Listing Number: 84.327NThe contract issued by the Department of Education's Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS), specifically through the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP), invites applications to establish a National Center on Accessible Education Videos. This initiative is part of the Educational Technology, Media, and Materials for Individuals with Disabilities Program, which aims to enhance outcomes for children with disabilities by promoting the development and use of accessible technology and educational materials. The program supports activities that provide educational value to students with disabilities, including captioning, audio description, and accessible videos suitable for early learning through K-12 settings, in compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Applicants must adhere to the 2025 Common Instructions for Department of Education Discretionary Grant Programs, with a submission deadline of June 26, 2026. The contract emphasizes the importance of distributing accessible educational videos via mechanisms such as loan services and ensuring these resources utilize open and closed captioning and video description technologies. Contact information is provided for further inquiries, with the goal of advancing educational equity through accessible media for students with disabilities.
Department Of Education

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3 months ago

CLOSED

19 days ago
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NAICS: 512120
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SLED
Public Screening Movie License ProcurementThe City of Dallas seeks to secure a legally valid license for the public screening of nine specified films at its Aquatics pool locations during the summer and early fall of 2026. This subcontract opportunity is focused on obtaining the necessary public performance rights to legally show the selected movies outdoors at designated city-run aquatic facilities, ensuring compliance with copyright laws and public exhibition regulations. Interested parties must submit their proposals by the deadline of April 30, 2026, with the solicitation posted on April 24, 2026, and the NAICS code 512120 indicates the procurement is related to motion picture and video activities. The project requires the licensee to coordinate with city staff to schedule showings, manage equipment and setup at pool locations, and ensure all legal and safety requirements are met for outdoor public screenings. While the exact films, screening dates, and audience capacity details are not specified in the posted data, the primary obligation centers on procuring and validating the legal rights to publicly exhibit the designated titles within the specified timeframe and venue locations under the jurisdiction of the City of Dallas. The contract will likely include performance standards, liability considerations, and reporting obligations to ensure smooth and lawful operations throughout the summer outdoor movie series.
City Of Dallas

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3 months ago

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3 months ago
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NAICS: 512120
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Purchase of Movie LicenseThe City of Dallas is soliciting bids for the purchase of public performance licenses for nine copyrighted films, including Transformers, Lilo & Stitch, Zootopia, Hocus Pocus, and The SpongeBob Movie, to be screened at nine designated aquatics pool locations during the summer and early fall. All licenses must be obtained and delivered as specified, with no substitutions or alternative films permitted, and vendors must submit bids exclusively through the online portal at dallascityhall.bonfirehub.com. The solicitation requires all items to be new, unopened, and in original packaging, with delivery terms set at FOB destination at 10031 E Northwest Hwy, Dallas, TX 75238, meaning bidders must include all freight and delivery costs in their pricing. The contract is valued at $7,020 based on a unit price of $780 for each of the nine licenses, and the award is expected to be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable basis, with cost being the primary and decisive factor. Compliance with U.S. copyright law and Texas Local Government Code Chapter 176 is mandatory, requiring vendors to disclose any financial or employment relationships with City of Dallas officials via a completed Conflict of Interest Questionnaire, with failure to disclose resulting in disqualification or criminal penalties. No alternatives, partial bids, or substitutions are permitted, and all bids must meet the exact specifications outlined in the solicitation. The solicitation was posted on April 24, 2026, with a deadline of April 30, 2026, and was amended once on April 29, 2026, to allow public advertising of film titles. There are no federal acquisition regulation clauses, military standards, invoicing systems, payment details, or contracting officer information provided, as this is a municipal procurement handled through a simplified online bidding process without standard federal contract administration structures.
City Of Dallas

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3 months ago

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3 months ago
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NAICS: 512120
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Federal
Lionsgate
Hq Defense Media Activity

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3 months ago

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3 months ago
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NAICS: 512120
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Federal
Post-Production Editing & Archival Compliance
Contracts Services

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4 months ago

CLOSED

4 months ago
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NAICS: 512120
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10-RFP-2053641198-YB - Media Distribution ServicesThe contract for Media Distribution Services, titled 10-RFP-2053641198-YB, was issued by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture under a solicitation numbered Doc2055551537. The solicitation was posted on March 12, 2026, with a response deadline set for April 8, 2026, at 7:00 PM. It is categorized as a solicitation type and is intended for organizations operating within the State, Local, and Education (SLED) sector. Although no specific set-aside or NAICS code is designated, the services will be performed within North Carolina. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Yasser Babiker. The contract involves the distribution of media services, serving the Department of Agriculture’s requirements in North Carolina. Interested parties can find further information and submit responses via the North Carolina Electronic Procurement Vendor Portal. This opportunity aims to secure a qualified provider to manage and execute media distribution effectively for state agricultural initiatives.
Department of Agriculture

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4 months ago

CLOSED

3 months ago
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NAICS: 512120
Closed
Federal
Digital Magazine Content Acquisition and Rights Management
Contracts Services

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5 months ago

CLOSED

4 months ago
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NAICS: 512120
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Agriview NewsletterThe Vermont Office of Purchasing and Contracting has issued a Request for Proposal to establish one or more contracts for the production of the Agriview Newsletter on behalf of the Vermont Agency of Agriculture, Food and Markets. Interested bidders must download the necessary documents from the designated state procurement websites and are responsible for monitoring those sites for all notifications, releases, and addenda related to the solicitation, as the state will not provide updates directly. Questions regarding the proposal must be submitted via email by February 6, 2026, with the bid response deadline set for February 12, 2026, at 9:30 AM. This solicitation, referenced under number 72292, is managed by the Department of Economic Development in Vermont and aims to secure qualified companies capable of producing the newsletter for use within the state. The Office of Purchasing & Contracting serves as the primary point of contact for the procurement process, with communication channels clearly provided for requests or issues during document download or bid submission. The contract performance will take place in Vermont, and the entire procurement and notification process is facilitated through official state procurement portals.
Department of Economic Development

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5 months ago

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5 months ago
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NAICS: 512120
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Federal
Gracenotes
Hq Defense Media Activity

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6 months ago

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6 months ago
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