7710--LC outdoor musical instruments 36C24825Q0449

The Department of Veterans Affairs Veterans Health Administration (VA VHA) is seeking a contractor to supply 15 specialized outdoor musical instruments for the Recreation & Creative Arts Therapy team at the Lake City Community Living Center Glory Place Neighborhood. The solicitation (36C24825Q0449) requires specific musical instruments including Heavy Duty Duo Cupla, Heavy Duty Sambas, various Harmony bells, Symphony Pentatonic, Cavatina, a Music Book, and Petal Drums. Technical evaluation will focus on demonstrating OEM authorization and understanding of contract requirements, with award based on best overall value considering technical capability, delivery timeframe, and price. The solicitation was posted on February 28, 2025, with responses due by March 10, 2025, at 4:30 PM EDT. Contractors must meet the detailed specifications for ADA accessibility and vandal-resistant features for the musical instruments.

The contract is categorized under NAICS code 339992 (Musical Instrument Manufacturing) with a size standard of 1,000 employees and is designated as a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-aside. The instruments will be installed at the Lake City VA Medical Center in Florida, with specific requirements for surface-fix and ground-fix placement. While the exact award value is not explicitly stated, the procurement involves 15 distinct musical instruments across various musical keys and styles. The contract is specifically for the North Florida South Georgia Veterans Health System, targeting the Recreation & Creative Arts Therapy team's needs at the community living center. Potential bidders must carefully review the technical specifications and demonstrate their capability to provide high-quality, durable musical instruments that meet the VA's precise requirements for therapeutic use.