Bass Clarinet Description.docx

This document is a detailed product description for a Bass Clarinet procurement by the Maryland Army National Guard's 229th Army Band. The specific instrument required is a Buffet Crampon 1193 Prestige Low C Bass Clarinet (Model 1193-2-0), an Artisan Level Series clarinet in Bb key with a low C range, constructed from grenadilla wood and featuring power forged silver key plating. The procurement calls for one (1) instrument to be delivered to 3727 Putty Hill Avenue, Nottingham, MD 21236-3509 no later than 30 September 2025, with a 30-day delivery timeline.

The solicitation (W912K625QA017) requires vendors to be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and complete the FAR 52.212-3 Offeror Representations and Certifications for Commercial Items. The instrument comes with standard accessories including a case, mouthpiece, ligature, mouthpiece cap, swab, cork grease, and cleaning cloth. Specific technical features include an Eb/Ab lever, low G resonance, double and triple D spatula, and undercut tone holes. Vendors must ensure full SAM registration to be eligible for contract award.