Notice of Intent Sole Source Guest Artist "Michael Feinstein" for USMB Musical Performance
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
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 Department of the Navy has issued a Notice of Intent to award a Sole Source Firm Fixed Price (FFP) contract to TERWILLIKER LIMITED for guest artist Michael Feinstein to perform with the United States Marine Corps Band (USMB). This performance will take place at the Strathmore Music Center as part of a concert themed to support America's 250th Anniversary. The Government intends to award this contract under the authority of FAR 12.102(a), citing that only one source is reasonably available. Responses to this Notice of Intent are due by April 9, 2026, at 3:00 PM Eastern time.
Scope of Work
The contractor, TERWILLIKER LIMITED, shall provide the services of guest artist Michael Feinstein. This includes attending rehearsals and conducting a musical performance with the USMB. The concert program will be 100% focused on selections from the "Great American Songbook." Michael Feinstein's qualifications include being an American singer, pianist, music revivalist, archivist, interpreter for the "Great American Songbook," multi-platinum-selling, and 5-time Grammy-nominated recording artist, as well as the founder of the Great American Songbook Foundation.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Sole Source
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business (FAR 19.5)
- Product/Service Code: R499 (Other Professional Services)
- Period of Performance: April 25-27, 2026
- Place of Performance: The Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda, MD 20852
- Rehearsal: April 26, 2026, 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Performance: April 26, 2026, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
- Response Due: April 9, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
- Published Date: April 8, 2026
Evaluation
The Government intends to award on a Sole Source basis because TERWILLIKER LIMITED is the only vendor certified for Michael Feinstein to perform with the United States Marine Corps Band.
Contact Information
- Primary: Jacob Espinosa (jacob.m.espinosa.mil@usmc.mil, 703-432-1782)
- Secondary: Erin Silverthorn (erin.silverthorn@usmc.mil, 703-784-1930)