PENTAGON DISPLAY
ID: TRANSCOM25D008Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEUS TRANSPORTATION COMMAND (USTRANSCOM)USTRANSCOM-AQSCOTT AFB, IL, 62225-5357, USA

NAICS

Public Relations Agencies (541820)

PSC

CABINETS, LOCKERS, BINS, AND SHELVING (7125)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/45e2df99d08449cdb2b4b6fbef540837/view
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    Description

    The United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) is seeking industry input for the fabrication and installation of a new graphic display at the Pentagon, aimed for completion by 2025. This project involves replacing an existing command display with a professional graphic representation of USTRANSCOM's responsibilities, utilizing three modular panels made of brushed aluminum and non-glare Plexiglas. The initiative is crucial for enhancing USTRANSCOM's visibility within the Pentagon and is part of a broader strategy to gather insights from both large and small businesses, including those from various socio-economic categories. Interested parties are encouraged to submit their company information and relevant project experience to Tian Wylie at tian.v.wylie.mil@mail.mil by the specified deadlines, noting that this is a Sources Sought notice and not a solicitation for proposals.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Tian Wylie
    (618) 817-0869
    tian.v.wylie.mil@mail.mil
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    1. Proposed Update to USTRANSCOM Pentagon Display - Mock-Up (Sep 24).png
    2. Proposed Update to USTRANSCOM Pentagon Display - Left Panel (Sep 24).png
    3. Proposed Update to USTRANSCOM Pentagon Display - Center Panel (Sep 24).png
    4. Proposed Update to USTRANSCOM Pentagon Display - Right Panel (Sep 24).png
    5. Pentagon Display Concept Reference Guide (Dec 2024).pdf
    The document outlines specifications for the installation of images in a public setting, with a particular focus on utilizing clear plexiglass for mounting. It provides dimensions for the images, suggesting various sizes such as 17’, 9’, and 4’. The goal is to create a visually appealing arrangement where images can be mounted at different heights from the wall, as depicted in an example image mentioned. The arrangement must allow for flush printing on the background, ensuring a clean and professional aesthetic. The emphasis on clear plexiglass suggests a desire for transparency and modernity in presentation. This document fits within federal or local RFP contexts, indicating a request for proposals or grants aimed at enhancing public displays through thoughtful design and installation. The document highlights the importance of clear specifications in achieving a cohesive installation that meets aesthetic and functional criteria.
    6. Draft PWS (Sep 24) (CAO 11 Sep 24).docx
    The United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) is issuing a Request for Information (RFI) to identify potential contractors for the fabrication and installation of a new graphic display at the Pentagon. This display will replace an existing command display, showcasing USTRANSCOM’s Unified Command Plan responsibilities through images, captions, and symbols on three modular panels made of brushed aluminum and non-glare Plexiglas. The project requires the contractor to provide a design development package, including specifications for graphics, maintenance accessibility, and aesthetic elements in compliance with building regulations. The contractor will also be responsible for removing the current display, delivering the new display components, installation, and ensuring it meets all quality standards before government inspection. Key administrative requirements include regular progress meetings, providing digital files in specified formats, and transferring full ownership of all created materials to the government. The project underscores USTRANSCOM's emphasis on collaboration with businesses of all sizes while promoting adherence to safety, aesthetic, and congressional guidelines during the display's fabrication and installation phases.
    TRANSCOM25D008 RFI - Pentagon Display.pdf
    The United States Transportation Command (USTRANSCOM) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the fabrication and installation of a Pentagon Display by 2025. This project aims to create a professional graphic display on the 8th Corridor of the Pentagon, replacing an existing command display and visually representing USTRANSCOM's responsibilities and capabilities. The display will consist of three modular panels set within a brushed aluminum frame, showcasing images and text provided by USTRANSCOM. This RFI is for informational purposes only and is not a proposal solicitation. USTRANSCOM invites industry responses to gather insights for future planning, particularly from both large and small businesses, including those from various socio-economic categories. Interested parties must provide detailed information about their company, relevant past projects, and commercial practices related to display installations. The RFI outlines submission details, deadlines for questions and responses, and emphasizes that no contract award will result from this information request. This initiative underscores USTRANSCOM's commitment to enhancing its representation within the Pentagon and seeks to leverage market research to inform its acquisition strategy.
    TRANSCOM25D008 RFI QA.pdf
    This document addresses a Request for Information (RFI) concerning the procurement of a new display for the Pentagon. Key inquiries from offerors are answered, indicating that a new aluminum frame and background panel will be produced, and existing displays will be removed from Corridor #8. Specifications are provided about the current display, including its size and securing method. The government expresses openness to new technologies for graphic printing and suggests that the existing process can be updated. Questions regarding file submission formats and site visits indicate flexibility in submission logistics. The RFI clarifies that project experience relevant to the government or similar commercial work can be submitted, focusing on collaboration and experience rather than strict contract numbers. The document outlines the intent to ensure transparency and effective communication for potential bidders, promoting a smooth procurement process for the display project.
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