Public Address System (ATOH)
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 673d Contracting Squadron (673 CONS) at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson (JBER), Alaska, is conducting market research through a Sources Sought notice to identify potential sources for Public Address Systems. This requirement is for the 2026 Arctic Thunder Open House event, aiming to provide a high-fidelity, all-weather PA system capable of covering 40 acres for up to 100,000 people. Responses are due June 12, 2026.
Scope of Work
The Government requires a comprehensive public address system solution, including all necessary management, tools, supplies, equipment, and labor. Key responsibilities include:
- Planning, setup, testing, maintenance, and tear down of the PA system.
- Providing an on-site operator during the event (August 7-9, 2026).
- Ensuring audible and synchronized voice and music coverage (no lower than 70 dB) across a 40-acre event area at JBER Airfield Ramp.
- Addressing specific coverage gaps identified from previous events.
- The system must be all-weather capable and include a minimum of three microphones. Optional equipment like low-profile speakers, radios, and a real-time weather station are requested.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sources Sought / Market Research
- NAICS Code: 532490 (Size Standard: $40.0M)
- Set-Aside: None specified (market research to determine potential small business participation)
- Response Due: June 12, 2026, 07:55 AM AKDT
- Published: May 27, 2026
Required Information
Interested parties capable of meeting this requirement are requested to provide:
- Company Name and Address
- Unique Entity Identifier (UEI) and CAGE Code
- Company business size by NAICS code
- Small Business Type(s), if applicable
- Point of Contact (Name, Telephone, Email)
- A brief capabilities statement demonstrating ability to perform the described services.
Additional Notes
This notice serves as an official pre-solicitation notice for market research purposes only. There is no solicitation available at this time, and requests for a solicitation will not receive a response. The Government may provide access to the flight line, ATOH tents/hangars, and compatible power supplies. Contractor personnel must comply with base access procedures.