Music Instrument Cases for 34ID Band

The Minnesota Army National Guard is procuring music instrument cases for the 34th Infantry Division Band through a Request for Quote that seeks six different types of heavy-duty transportation cases with specific technical specifications. The procurement includes one Concert Bass Drum Case, one Concert Chimes Case, four Heavy Duty Double-Sided ATA Cases, two Microphone Stand Flight Cases, two 7-Drawer Workstation Road Cases, and three Heavy Duty Trunk Pack Cases, all in black color with various construction requirements including plywood, laminated exteriors, and carpet-lined interiors. The government will evaluate quotes based on price, technical factors, and past performance, with all criteria weighted equally to determine the best value solution. The original quote deadline was August 21, 2025 at 1:00 PM CDT, but this has been extended to August 26, 2025 following an amendment that addressed contractor questions. The anticipated award date is September 4, 2025, with quotes required to remain valid for at least 60 days.

This procurement is designated as a 100% small business set-aside under NAICS code 459210 (Book Retailers and News Dealers) with a size standard of $36 million. The solicitation references specific manufacturers as examples of acceptable products, including Calzone's Escort cases, Sweetwater's Gator cases, Road Case products, and ProX equipment, though these appear to be brand references rather than incumbent contractors. While no specific contract value is disclosed in the available documents, the procurement involves a total of 13 individual cases across six different line items, representing a significant equipment purchase for the military band. The contract will be firm fixed price with FOB Destination delivery required to Camp Ripley USPFO Warehouse in Little Falls, Minnesota, and all equipment must be new rather than used or remanufactured products.