Custom Fitted Musical Instrument Cases
Overview
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Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Regional Contracting Office MCIWEST is conducting market research to identify contractors capable of providing custom-fitted, mil-spec musical instrument cases for the 3rd Marine Air Wing Band. This is a Sources Sought notice, and responses will inform potential future solicitations. Capabilities statements are due by March 20, 2026, 08:00 AM PST.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for various custom-fitted musical instrument cases, primarily SKB brand or similar, designed to withstand commercial air travel conditions. Key items include:
- French Horn Cases: 3 fixed bell (Conn 8D), 3 screw bell (Conn 8D)
- Saxophone Cases: 3 alto (Yamaha YAS-62), 2 tenor (Yamaha YTS-62), 1 baritone (Yamaha YBS-62)
- Brass Cases: 2 euphonium (Wilson 2950), 6 tenor trombone (Bach Model 42), 1 bass trombone (Bach Model 50), 10 double trumpet
- Non-Recurring Engineering (NRE) Setup Fee: 9 units for custom foam inserts.
All cases must be injection-molded, mil-spec, high-strength polypropylene copolymer resin, water and dust-tight, and resistant to impact, corrosion, UV light, solvents, and fungus. They must feature trigger release latches, a hinge lid, wheels, and snap-down cushion grip handles. Interiors require custom-cut 2 lb polyethylene foam inserts to securely hold the specified instruments.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research (RFI)
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- Response Due: March 20, 2026, 08:00 AM PST
- Published: March 26, 2026
- NAICS: 339992 (Musical Instruments)
- PSC: 7710 (Musical Instruments)
Submission Instructions
Interested businesses must submit a capabilities statement detailing their ability to meet all requirements. The statement should include:
- DUNS number, CAGE code, and socio-economic status.
- Confirmation of required certifications.
- Relevant experience (similar size/scope within the last three years), including project description, contract number, and value.
Submissions should be emailed to annie.berg@usmc.mil and john.duong@usmc.mil.
Important Notes
This is an RFI only, not a request for proposal or quote. Responses will not be considered offers, will not form a binding contract, and the government will not pay for information submitted. No questions will be answered, and respondents will not be notified of assessment results. All responses will be treated as proprietary.
Contact Information
Primary Point of Contact: Capt. Annie Berg, Contract Specialist, annie.berg@usmc.mil, 760-725-8453.