Family Member Update (FMU) event support for Defense Prisoner of War/Missing in Action Accounting Agency (DPAA)
ID: FMU-DPAA-SSNType: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QK ACC-ORLANDOORLANDO, FL, 32826-3224, USA

NAICS

Convention and Trade Show Organizers (561920)

PSC

SUPPORT- MANAGEMENT: PUBLIC RELATIONS (R708)
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    Description

    The U.S. Army Contracting Command seeks event planning support for the Defense Prisoner of War/Missing in Action Accounting Agency (DPAA). They require a capable entity to manage and execute five to seven annual Family Member Update (FMU) events across the U.S., offering facilities, equipment, and refreshments for briefings and meetings related to Prisoner of War/Missing Personnel issues. These events are crucial for connecting with families and providing them with updates.

    The chosen contractor will need to demonstrate experience in event planning and coordination, including facility management, audio-visual support, and logistics. The government seeks information on potential contractors capable of fulfilling these requirements and managing the end-to-end execution of these events, including set-up, support, and tear-down.

    This is a market research initiative to gauge interest and capability, with responses due by November 10, 2023. Interested parties should contact Demetria Carter or Graham K. Oliff for more information.

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