USAF Band Norway Shipment
Closed Solicitation Posted
- Solicitation number
- FA706026R0003
- Agency
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District Washington
Headquarters Air Force, Department of Defense
- Responses due
- Set-aside
- No set-aside
Opportunity facts
- NAICS code
- 481112 Scheduled Freight Air Transportation
- Place of performance
- Bolling AFB, District of Columbia, United States
Notice details come from SAM.gov. Updated .
About this opportunity
The United States Air Force Band, through the 11th Contracting Squadron at Joint Base Andrews, Washington, DC, seeks round-trip specialized international transportation services for approximately 10–15 pallets of cargo (6,500 lbs.) from Washington, DC to Oslo, Norway and return, with proposals due May 26, 2026 and questions due May 12, 2026 by 2:00 PM.
The procurement is unrestricted with no set-aside. Place of performance includes pickup from Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling, Washington, DC; delivery to Oslo Spektrum Arena, Oslo, Norway; return pickup from Oslo Spektrum Arena or Akershus Fortress; and final delivery to Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling. Pickup occurs August 21–24, 2026; delivery to Oslo is required by August 29, 2026 (between 0900–1500 hours); return pickup from Oslo is scheduled September 12, 2026; and final delivery is due by September 26, 2026.
Cargo includes musical instruments (temperature-sensitive), audio/visual equipment, luggage, and uniforms valued at approximately $350,000. Required services include secure pickup, white-glove handling, climate-controlled transport maintained between 55–85 degrees Fahrenheit (ideally 70 degrees), inside delivery, palletization, customs management (including ATA Carnet documentation and ISPM 15 compliance for wood packing materials), full insurance coverage for total replacement value, and vendor-provided support personnel for unpacking and repacking at the Oslo site. The contractor bears all liability for damage during packing and transit and must provide all shipping materials.
The NAICS code is 481112, Scheduled Freight Air Transportation, with a size standard of 1,500 employees. Award is based on lowest price technically acceptable. The contract is firm fixed price for one job order. A partial response to questions was posted May 18, 2026, with the full response posted by May 18, 2026. Christopher Finik is the primary contracting officer contact.
Notice text
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Update #2 · Latest ·
The United States Air Force Band requires specialized transportation services for the movement of approximately 10 -15 pallets of cargo, including personal luggage, musical instruments (to include temperature-sensitive items), and fragile audio/production equipment to Oslo, Norway.
Required services include secure pickup, palletization, climate-controlled transport (as needed), white-glove handling, and time-definite delivery. The contractor must be capable of protecting high-value, sensitive equipment from environmental and physical damage and provide appropriate insurance coverage.
This requirement may result in recurring service needs. Vendors capable of providing consistent, reliable support for both CONUS and OCONUS movements may be considered for future requirements.
All questions related to this solicitation are due on Tuesday, 12 May 2026 by 2:00 PM. Responses will be posted by end of business on Thursday, 14 May 2026. Due to an unforseen delay, a partial response to the questions has been posted and a full response shall be posted by end of business on Monday, 18 May 2026.
Update #1 ·
The United States Air Force Band requires specialized transportation services for the movement of approximately 10 -15 pallets of cargo, including personal luggage, musical instruments (to include temperature-sensitive items), and fragile audio/production equipment to Oslo, Norway.
Required services include secure pickup, palletization, climate-controlled transport (as needed), white-glove handling, and time-definite delivery. The contractor must be capable of protecting high-value, sensitive equipment from environmental and physical damage and provide appropriate insurance coverage.
This requirement may result in recurring service needs. Vendors capable of providing consistent, reliable support for both CONUS and OCONUS movements may be considered for future requirements.
All questions related to this solicitation are due on Tuesday, 12 May 2026 by 2:00 PM. Responses will be posted by end of business on Thursday, 14 May 2026.
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