88th Army Band Musical Instruments

The Rhode Island Army National Guard (RIARNG) is seeking to procure seven specific musical instruments for the 88th Army Band through a federal contract solicitation. The required instruments include an Eastman Baritone Saxophone, two Buffet-Crampon Clarinets, a Yamaha CP88 Stage Piano, an SKB Keyboard Case, a Haynes Flute, and a Gemeinhardt Piccolo. The solicitation (W912LD-25-Q-0006) is specifically targeting small businesses under NAICS code 459140 for Musical Instrument and Supplies Retailers. Evaluation will be based solely on price, with the lowest priced, responsive quote winning the contract. Key deadlines include technical questions due by 04/13/2025 at noon EST, and quote submissions due by 04/15/2025 at 5:00 PM EST. Vendors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) and complete electronic representations and certifications.

The contract is a 100% small business set-aside with a business size standard of $22.5 million, focusing exclusively on new instruments with no refurbished or gray market items permitted. The place of performance is Camp Fogarty in East Greenwich, Rhode Island. Delivery of the instruments is required within 60 days after order receipt, and payment will be processed through Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF). The justification for brand-specific procurement is based on AR-220-90 requirements for professional, high-quality musical instruments needed by Army Music units. A sources sought notice previously posted on SAM.gov and GSA eBuy received six responses from small businesses. The government intends to replace multiple instruments over the next several years, potentially creating future competitive acquisition opportunities. All offerors will be exempt from federal, state, and local taxes, and must provide complete pricing information for the specified instruments.