Sources Sought- Sound System equipment for May 10-11th
ID: W90VN625Q0001Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMY0906 AQ CO CONTRACTING BATAPO, AP, 96202-0000, USA

NAICS

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

PSC

INTERCOMMUNICATION AND PUBLIC ADDRESS SYSTEMS, EXCEPT AIRBORNE (5830)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/88a91392cac844cd949e3d16e3d92d02/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking qualified Korean-based contractors to provide sound system equipment and support for the Osan Air Base Airshow scheduled for May 10-11, 2025. The contractor will be responsible for the design, installation, operation, and dismantling of the sound system, which includes dynamic loudspeakers, power amplifiers, and mobile generators, with installation set for May 9 and thorough testing prior to the event. This opportunity is crucial for ensuring effective audio management during the airshow, and interested contractors are invited to submit their qualifications and experience by March 14, 2025, to Matthew Grider at matthew.r.grider.mil@army.mil. This Request for Information (RFI) serves as a preliminary step in the procurement process and does not guarantee future contracts.

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    Matthew Grider
    matthew.r.grider.mil@army.mil
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    PWS_Sound_System_V2.docx
    This Request for Information (RFI) seeks qualified Korean-based contractors for sound system setup and support at the Osan Air Base Airshow scheduled for May 10-11, 2025. The contractor will be responsible for designing, providing, installing, operating, and dismantling the sound system for the event. Specific tasks include delivering and setting up the necessary equipment, which comprises dynamic loudspeakers, power amplifiers, and mobile generators. Installation is to occur on May 9, with thorough testing conducted before the event. An experienced sound technician will manage the system throughout the airshow, addressing any technical issues as they arise, and dismantling the setup by May 12. The RFI requests interested contractors to submit details about their experience with similar services, availability during the specified dates, and any potential challenges they foresee. Responses must be submitted electronically by March 14, 2025. As an RFI, this document serves informational and planning purposes only and does not guarantee future requests for proposals or contracts. The government emphasizes that responding is voluntary and will not result in compensation. This RFI forms part of the broader federal contracting process aimed at ensuring efficient management of service acquisitions.
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