Collectors' And/Or Historical Items

PSC 9915, categorized as "Collectors' And/Or Historical Items," encompasses a diverse range of artifacts, commemorative items, historical documents, and artistic representations with cultural or historical significance. These items typically include museum collection pieces, commemorative coins, medals, awards, plaques, and specialized artistic designs that celebrate significant events, figures, and milestones in American history. The category supports federal agencies' efforts to preserve, recognize, and educate the public about historical narratives and achievements.

Federal Contract Awards under PSC 9915 are predominantly issued by the United States Mint, with most contracts ranging from $3,000 to $10,000 and featuring firm fixed-price delivery orders. The majority of awards are made to sole proprietorships and small businesses specializing in artistic design services, particularly for commemorative coins, medals, and numismatic programs. Notable funding agencies include the Department of the Treasury, Smithsonian Institution, and various military branches. Most contracts have performance periods through December 2024 or 2025, with work locations primarily in California, Florida, Pennsylvania, and Indiana. While most awards do not utilize set-aside designations, some contracts are awarded to women-owned, minority-owned, or small disadvantaged businesses.

The single federal contract opportunity in this dataset is a solicitation by the U.S. Naval Undersea Museum for the fabrication and installation of an exhibit mount. The opportunity, posted on September 4, 2024, with a due date of September 9, 2024, is a total small business set-aside competition. The solicitation is for a firm-fixed-price contract to be performed in Keyport, Washington, with the government intending to award the contract to the most advantageous quoter, considering both price and potential past performance.