Operational Executive Skills (OES) Course A/V Rental Support BPA
ID: FA80521106287Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8052 773 ESSSAN ANTONIO, TX, 78236-0119, USA

NAICS

Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532490)

PSC

LEASE OR RENTAL OF EQUIPMENT- MISCELLANEOUS (W099)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/94eb82326a7e44649e11f7b0d2452ed6/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, is seeking qualified vendors to provide audio and visual (A/V) equipment rental support for the Operational Executive Skills (OES) Course scheduled from February 24-28, 2025, at The Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park in Virginia. The procurement aims to facilitate the education of approximately 350 senior military leaders by supplying essential A/V equipment, including microphones, projectors, and on-site technical support for setup, maintenance, and dismantling of the equipment. This initiative is critical for ensuring effective training and communication during the course, which underscores the government's commitment to enhancing military leadership capabilities. Interested parties must submit their responses to the Request for Information (RFI) by January 10, 2025, with inquiries directed to Eric Oliver at eric.oliver.5@us.af.mil or Emmanuel Herring at emmanuel.herring@us.af.mil.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Eric Oliver
    eric.oliver.5@us.af.mil
    Emmanuel Herring
    emmanuel.herring@us.af.mil
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    OES __Request for Information_Sources Sought.docx
    The Air Force is conducting a Request for Information (RFI) to gather market data for Audio and Visual (A/V) equipment rental support for the Operational Executive Skills (OES) Course, scheduled for February 24-28, 2025, at The Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park, VA. The objective is to facilitate the event for over 350 attendees, requiring comprehensive A/V services, including microphones, projectors, and technical support for setup, maintenance, and takedown of equipment. The Air Force intends to award a single contract and seeks input from all qualified businesses, including their experiences, capabilities, and business classifications related to NAICS 532490. Responses should answer specific questions regarding company information, past experience, and any risks or uncertainties related to the RFI. Interested parties must submit their responses by January 10, 2025. This announcement serves purely as a market research tool without any commitment from the government to award a contract. The previous contract for similar services was valued at $31,245.00, awarded to Online Video Service Inc. The RFI emphasizes the importance of clear communication and additional questions from responders to develop an optimal acquisition strategy.
    OES Course SOO.pdf
    The Statement of Objectives outlines the need for audio and visual (AV) equipment and support services for the Operational Executive Skills (OES) Course at the Falls Church Marriott Fairview Park from February 24-28, 2025. The requirement is intended to educate approximately 350 senior military leaders, including newly appointed squadron commanders and senior enlisted leaders. The scope includes the provision of various AV equipment, such as 7 handheld and 7 lapel wireless microphones, along with multiple projection surfaces and projectors that connect to a provided sound system for seamless operation during presentations. Technical support will be on site for setup, maintenance, and dismantling of the equipment throughout the course period. The project aims to ensure all AV equipment is operational by the afternoon of February 23, 2025, with equipment removal finalized by February 28, 2025. No current operational constraints have been noted. This document serves as part of a federal procurement effort to secure necessary services and resources for the successful execution of the OES Course, highlighting the systematic approach of government RFPs in fulfilling educational and training requirements for military personnel.
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