Custom Fitted Band Instrument Cases
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, specifically the Marine Corps, is soliciting proposals for Custom Fitted Band Instrument Cases for various musical instruments. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside opportunity. The cases must be custom-fitted, mil-spec, and brand name SKB. The place of performance is San Diego, CA. Offers are due June 10, 2026.
Scope of Work
This solicitation is for the procurement of custom-fitted, injection-molded, mil-spec instrument cases designed for specific brass and woodwind instruments. Key requirements include:
- Case Specifications: Water and dust-tight, resistant to impact, corrosion, UV light, solvents, and fungus. Must feature trigger release latches, hinge lids, wheels, and snap-down cushion grip handles.
- Custom Interior: Each case interior must be custom-fitted with 2 lb polyethylene foam to securely hold specific instruments without damage during commercial air travel.
- Instruments Covered: Cases are required for Conn 8D French Horns (fixed and screw bell), Yamaha YAS-62 Alto Saxophone, Yamaha YTS-62 Tenor Saxophone, Wilson 2950 Euphonium, Bach Model 42 and 42B Tenor Trombones, Bach Model 50 Bass Trombone, and Yamaha YBS-62 Baritone Saxophone.
- Non-Recurring Engineering: Includes a non-recurring engineering setup fee for custom foam fitting.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price.
- Period of Performance: 12-month base period with four (4) 12-month option periods.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- NAICS Code: 339992 (Musical Instruments) with a size standard of 1000 employees.
- Offer Due Date: June 10, 2026, at 3:00 PM UTC (08:00 AM PST).
- Published Date: June 5, 2026.
Evaluation
Award will be made to the responsible quoter whose quotation represents the best value to the Government. Evaluation will consider:
- Technical Approach: Must meet salient characteristics and brand name (SKB) requirements.
- Price: The lowest priced technically acceptable quote will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.
Additional Notes
- Offerors must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM).
- Required forms include SF 1449 and FAR 252.204-17.
- All questions must be submitted via email to annie.berg@usmc.mil by June 8, 2026.