Music Instructor Services
ID: A048293Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2816 SMC PK PKOEL SEGUNDO, CA, 90245-2808, USA

NAICS

Fine Arts Schools (611610)

PSC

EDUCATION/TRAINING- OTHER (U099)

Set Aside

8(a) Sole Source (FAR 19.8) (8AN)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified small businesses to provide Music Instructor Services at the Los Angeles Air Force Base Youth Center. The procurement aims to establish a contract for music education, including guitar lessons, band instruction, and summer camp music activities, with an initial base year and options for four additional years based on performance. This initiative is crucial for fostering musical education and providing a safe and supportive environment for youth, ensuring high-quality instruction while adhering to safety regulations and professional standards. Interested parties must submit a narrative detailing their capabilities by responding to the sources sought notice, with questions due by April 19, 2025, to the primary contacts, SSgt Stephen Hernandez and Lt Dorian Maynard, via their provided emails.

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    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the requirements for music instructor services at the Los Angeles Air Force Base (LAAFB) Youth Center, covering one base year with options to extend for four additional years based on performance. The contractor will provide music education, including guitar lessons, band instruction, summer camp music activities, and performance preparations for various events. The contract stipulates performance evaluations to ensure quality service, with the possibility of corrective actions for unsatisfactory work. The government will provide certain equipment and facilities for the contractor’s use while maintaining oversight on hazardous materials and safety regulations. All personnel involved must have valid certifications and undergo background checks due to the nature of working with minors. The contract prohibits the employment of certain individuals to avoid conflicts of interest and emphasizes the importance of maintaining professionalism and safety standards. The document features appendices listing estimated workloads and mandatory publications for compliance. Overall, the SOW is designed to facilitate high-quality musical education while ensuring a safe and supportive environment for youth at the Youth Center.
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