MCINCR RCO – RA Salient Characteristics Document

This document is a salient characteristics specification for a federal contract opportunity issued by the United States Marine Band, part of the Department of Defense.

The requirement specifies the procurement of one (1) bassoon with detailed technical and performance specifications. The instrument must feature a range of Bb1-F5, be tuned to A=440 Hz, and incorporate hand-selected and aged mountain maple body construction with modern thick-wall design and hybrid bore configuration. Key specifications include a long-bell compact body configuration, metal French-style bell ring, nickel-silver water tubes, silver-plated keys/posts/bands/boot cap, cork-wrapped tenons, high E key, Ab-Bb trill key, and wooden hand rest. The bassoon must produce sound that blends with ensemble performance and enhances overall bassoon section quality. A compact-style case, balance hanger, and neck strap ring are included. The country of origin requirement mandates U.S.A. manufacture or compliance with DFARS clause 252.225-7036 Buy American-Free Trade Agreements-Balance of Payments Program. Delivery is required to the United States Marine Band, 912 Charles Poor Street, SE, Washington, D.C. 20391 at the soonest possible delivery date. No incidental services are required with this procurement.