Stomvi bugle and cases

The United States Marine Corps is soliciting offers for 40 Bb Straight Bugles and 40 matching bugle cases through solicitation M00264-26-Q-0029, designated as a brand name procurement limited to STOMVI instruments to ensure compatibility and standardization with existing equipment. The bugles must meet precise specifications including a weight of 1-2 lbs, a #27 bell at 4" diameter, ML 11 mm bore, trumpet shank receiver, 16" length, yellow brass body material, and silver-plated finish, with additional features such as an Amado style water key, rings for pennant or banner attachment, and heavy durable bracing. The cases must feature impact-resistant exterior material, weather and moisture-resistant seals, high-quality latches, padded interiors, and foam molded to accommodate the specified bugles. The Government will evaluate all conforming offers using a best value approach based on price and past performance factors, with the Supplier Performance Risk System (SPRS) used to assess contractor performance history. Questions must be submitted by Wednesday, February 25, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST, and all offers must be received by Friday, February 27, 2026, at 4:00 PM EST, with late submissions not considered.

This solicitation is designated as a Total Small Business set-aside with an estimated contract value of $33,160.00. The requirement has been determined to be a sole-source procurement under FAR Part 13, with STOMVI identified as the only source reasonably available to meet the mission-critical needs of "The Commandant's Own," United States Marine Drum & Bugle Corps at Marine Barracks Washington. The delivery location is Marine Barracks Washington, 912 Charles Poor Street, Building 169, Washington, DC 20391, with delivery required at the soonest possible date, originally targeted for May 30, 2026. Both the bugles and cases must comply with Buy American requirements under DFARS clause 252.225-7036, mandating U.S. manufacture or compliance with Free Trade Agreements-Balance of Payments Program provisions. Shipping and delivery costs must be included in the final quoted price, and all supplies are subject to compliance with specified salient characteristics and terms and conditions outlined in the solicitation package.