NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE SCENIC SERVICES
ID: PANMCC24P0000015950Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYMISSION & INSTALLATION CONTRACTING COMMAND

NAICS

Other Specialized Design Services (541490)

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/f5f2546ac91d42529f73330f2d73c2f0/view
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    Description

    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, intends to award a sole source contract for Scenic Support services to Legacy Scenic & Productions LLC for the United States Army Band's “Pershing’s Own” Holiday Festival. The contract will cover the provision of production support from November 1, 2024, through 2027, ensuring a world-class performance venue that promotes community relations and showcases military music. This annual event is significant for its role in connecting the Army with the Washington, D.C. community through musical entertainment, and the contractor will be responsible for all necessary personnel, equipment, and services, adhering to strict quality control measures. Interested parties should direct inquiries to Kenneth L. Lutes or Francisco J. Velazquez-Salazar by email, with responses due by 10:00 A.M. Eastern Time on September 30, 2024.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Kenneth L. Lutes
    kenneth.l.lutes.civ@army.mil
    Francisco J. Velazquez-Salazar
    (720) 709-0543
    francisco.j.velazquez-salazar.civ@army.mil
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    PWS - Scenic - Updated 25 SEP 2024.pdf
    The Performance Work Statement (PWS) outlines the requirements for a contract to provide production support for the United States Army Band's “Pershing’s Own” American Holiday Festival Concert from 2024 to 2027. Key objectives include delivering a world-class performance venue while ensuring the event promotes community relations and showcases military music. Contractors must furnish all necessary personnel, equipment, and services, except those specified as government-provided. The performance period spans four years, with the first year starting on November 1, 2024. Quality control measures include the development of a Quality Control Plan, which must receive government approval prior to contract execution. Contractors will work at DAR Constitution Hall in Washington, DC, and are expected to provide thorough reporting and communication regarding their services throughout the contract duration. Specific tasks involve the installation and maintenance of staging, scenic elements, and decorations, all in compliance with industry standards. The contractor must ensure safety, proper handling, and transportation of scenic items for the event while maintaining a strong focus on quality assurance. Ultimately, the PWS emphasizes the need for coordinated efforts to create a memorable and professionally executed holiday concert for both the local community and broader audiences via broadcast.
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