PERFORMANCE WORK STATEMENT

FOR

SHIPPING USAF BAND ITEMS TO

NORWAY MILITARY TATTOO

AT

OSLO SPEKTRUM ARENA, OSLO, NORWAY

09 APRIL 2026

1. General

1.1. Purpose

1.1.1. The United States Air Force Band, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, will participate in the Norway Military Tattoo in Oslo, Norway and requires a shipment of mission-essential equipment from Joint Base-Anacostia Bolling to Oslo Spektrum Arena and back.

1.2. Background

1.2.1. The Norwegian Military Tattoo (Norsk Militær Tattoo) is a military festival held biannually in the Norwegian capital of Oslo. It is organized by the Forsvarets musikk, the department that oversees all the country's military bands (musikkorps).

The first tattoo was held in 1994 in Hamar, which is north of Oslo. The tattoo has been held in the Oslo Spektrum since 1996. It features military bands and drill teams of the Norwegian Armed Forces (such as the band and honour guard of Hans Majestet Kongens Garde) as well as the bands and drill teams of foreign countries.

The tattoo draws approximately 20,000 people in live attendance and more than a million in broadcast viewership.

1.3. Scope

1.3.1. For a successful shipment, the USAF Band requires our items arrive 26-29 Aug, 2026 at Oslo Spektrum Arena. The return shipment will be picked up Saturday, 12 Sep, 2026 from Oslo Spektrum Arena and returned to Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling no later than 26 September, 2026. All possible vendors are required to coordinate equipment movement and must be able to navigate all logistics between the two locations, including customs.

2. Task Descriptions

2.1. Overview

2.1.1. The Vendor shall provide all services, materials, supplies, equipment, and project supervision, as required in connection with this Performance Work Statement

(PWS).

2.1.2. Vendor will ship contents from Washington, D.C. to Oslo, Norway before the start of the Norwegian Military Tattoo. Vendor will ship contents from Oslo, Norway to Washington, D.C. after the conclusion of the Norwegian Military Tattoo.

2.2. Shipping Contents

2.2.1. Vendor will ship approximately 6,500 lbs. of musical instruments, audio and visual equipment, luggage, and uniforms. The estimated value of the shipment will be roughly $350,000.

2.2.2. Some contents will be stackable, but not all.

2.3. Schedule

2.3.1. Pick up shipment from Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling between 21-24 Aug, 2026

2.3.2. Deliver shipment to Oslo Spektrum Arena on or before 29 Aug, 2026 between

0900-1500

2.3.3. Pick up shipment from Oslo Spektrum Arena 12 September, 2026 between 0900-

2.3.4. Deliver shipment to Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling 26 September, 2026

DELIVERABLE PWS PARA DUE DATE DELIVERY

Task 1 2.3.1 21 AUG 2026 Pick up at JBAB

Task 2 2.3.2 29 AUG 2026 Deliver to Oslo Spektrum

Task 3 2.3.3 12 SEP 2026 Pick up at Oslo Spektrum

Task 4 2.3.4 26 SEP 2026 Deliver at JBAB

3. Required Services

3.1. Climate Control

3.1.1. Shipment must be climate controlled and protected from extreme heat and cold, as well as temperature fluctuations.

3.2. Full Logistics Management

3.2.1. Vendor will be responsible for all customs requirements, including ATA Carnet documentation and ISPM 15 compliance for all wood packing materials.

3.2.2. Vendor assumes responsibility for all damages to materials and equipment during the packing process and whilst in transit.

3.2.3. All timelines must be strictly adhered to. Avoiding delays to delivery is paramount.

3.3. On-Site, Hands On Support

3.3.1. Vendor will provide all shipping materials (pallets, wrap, tape) and will assemble pallets under USAF Band supervision at both the origin and destination.

3.3.2. A lift gate truck is not required. Two loading dock bays are available for Vendor use.

3.3.3. Vendor will be required to coordinate equipment movement and must be able to navigate all logistics between the two locations. Pallets will be unpacked by the USAF Band.

3.4. Insurance

3.4.1. Vendor is required to carry full insurance coverage for the total value of shipment.

3.4.2. Vendor will be financially responsible for the full replacement value of any damaged or lost items.