Sources Sought Notice - Promotional Presentation Items
ID: W911SD25Q0002Type: Sources Sought
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW6QM MICC-WEST POINTWEST POINT, NY, 10996-1514, USA

NAICS

Stationery Product Manufacturing (322230)

PSC

OFFICE SUPPLIES (7510)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is seeking responses from qualified small businesses for a Sources Sought Notice regarding the procurement of promotional presentation items for the Directorate of Admissions at the United States Military Academy (USMA). The requirements include the design, manufacture, and delivery of various custom items such as lanyards, trucker hats, string bags, phone grips, silicone wallets, aluminum cups, key chains, and t-shirts, all of which must adhere to specific material, color, and quantity specifications outlined in the attached Statement of Work. These items are intended for use in ceremonies and marketing efforts, emphasizing the importance of quality and branding in representing the USMA. Interested small businesses must submit their responses by Friday, October 11, 2024, at 12 PM EST to Leslie Duron at leslie.a.duron.civ@army.mil, and should include relevant company information and capabilities to support the potential set-aside for small businesses.

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    The Statement of Work (SOW) outlines the procurement requirements for personal presentation items by the Directorate of Admissions at the United States Military Academy (USMA) for FY25. The contract includes the design, manufacture, and delivery of custom items intended for ceremonies and marketing purposes. Vendors must have licensing from the Collegiate Licensing Company to handle USMA trademarks. Specific items requested include lanyards, trucker hats, string bags, phone grips, silicone wallets, aluminum cups, key chains, and t-shirts, each with defined materials, color specifications, and quantities. For instance, 4,000 lanyards and 6,200 t-shirts with various size distributions are required. The t-shirts are to be tri-blend, with specific designs on each. This SOW is part of the federal government’s structured process of RFPs, ensuring that goods procured meet rigorous quality and branding standards. By detailing exact requirements, the SOW facilitates compliance and streamlined vendor submissions, reflecting the government's commitment to maintaining quality in representation and marketing efforts.
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