Sources Sought July 2025.pdf
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This Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) is a market research document for the United States Air Force (USAF) seeking a new Steinway Model O Living Room Grand Piano for performances at the Air House. The specific requirements include a new, ebony-finished piano not exceeding 6ft in length and 5ft in width, to be delivered to Quarter 7, Generals Row, Ft. Myer, Virginia. Additional specifications mandate a 5-year manufacturer's warranty, on-site preparation (tuning, voicing, regulation), an adjustable artist bench, and removal of the existing piano.
The document indicates the government intends to award this as a sole-source contract, with a performance period of 60 days from the award date. The NAICS code is 451140, and the requirement is not unique to the military, potentially allowing acquisition from any business type (large or small). Funding for the contract is contingent upon appropriated funds availability, with no legal liability for payment until funds are confirmed in writing by the Contracting Officer.
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Sources Sought request for AF Band Bassoon Refresh on Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling (JBAB), Washington D.C.
North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Code: 451140
Requirement Information: The AF Band requires a new piano for use in performances at the Air House, the home of the Chief of Staff of the Air Force and their spouse for when they engage with foreign and local leadership at their home, and this instrument is front and center in those proceedings.
The period of performance is the date of Award plus 60 days, unless otherwise extended in accordance with the contract.
The Steinway Model O Living Room Grand Piano must meet the following critical performance requirements:
-New (not used or refurbished) -Ebony (black) polish finish -Not to exceed 6ft in length and 5ft in width -Delivery to Quarter 7, Generals Row, Ft. Myer Virginia 22211 -Preparation of piano to include:
tuning, voicing, regulation, and set-up on site -Adjustable Artist Bench -5-year Manufacturer’s warranty parts & labor -Removal and disposal of existing piano
These requirements are not unique to the military and can be acquired in the commercial market sector and performed by any business type (large or small). The government is intending to award this requirement as a sole-source contract.
This Sources Sought Synopsis (SSS) is in support of market research being conducted by the United States Air Force (USAF). This market research is being conducted to increase competition for this requirement by identifying potential sources and to gauge interest.
The Government will use the information gathered through publication of this SSS to determine the best acquisition strategy for this requirement. The Government is interested in all potential business who have the capability to execute the work described in the PWS.
PR: Funds are not presently available for this contract. The Government's obligation under this contract is contingent upon the availability of appropriated funds from which payment for contract purposes can be made. No legal liability on the part of the Government for any payment may arise until funds are made available to the Contracting Officer for this contract and until the Contractor receives notice of such availability, to be confirmed in writing by the Contracting Officer.
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