USMMA Graduation Commencement
SOL #: 6923G226Q000005Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview
Buyer
Transportation
Maritime Administration
6923G2 DOT MARITIME ADMINISTRATION
KINGS POINT, NY, 11024, United States
Place of Performance
Kings Point, NY
NAICS
Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing (532490)
PSC
Lease Or Rental Of Equipment: Furniture (W071)
Set Aside
Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
Original Source
Timeline
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Posted
Apr 9, 2026
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Submission Deadline
Apr 24, 2026, 5:00 PM
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 U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) is seeking a qualified contractor to provide Graduation Event Setup and Teardown Services for its 2026 Commencement Ceremony and related activities in Kings Point, NY. This is a Total Small Business Set-Aside solicitation. The contract will be a Firm Fixed-Price Purchase Order. Quotations are due by April 24, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
The contractor will provide all labor, materials, transportation, tools, equipment, and supervision for comprehensive logistical and technical support. This includes:
- Event Setup & Teardown: For the Awards Convocation, Waterfront Barbecue, and Commencement Ceremony.
- Equipment Provision: Approximately 2,100 folding plastic chairs, various tents (50x80ft, 30x30ft, 10x10ft), 40 8-foot tables, 10 6-foot tables, 12 60-inch round tables with umbrellas, a 40x56ft 2-tier stage, and four rectangular tables.
- Technical Support: Lighting, power, media items, two elevated camera platforms, audio/video, and teleprompters.
- Site Protection & Safety: Plywood for turf/track, cable ramps, ADA seating, and post-event cleanup including a magnetic sweep of Tomb Field.
- Contingency Planning: An Inclement Weather Plan is required, ensuring comparable capabilities if events relocate to Ackerman Auditorium.
Contract Details
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) Purchase Order.
- Period of Performance: Base year from June 10-26, 2026, with an option year for Commencement 2027 (June 1-30, 2027). Total duration not to exceed 24 months.
- NAICS Code: 532490 (Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Rental and Leasing).
- Place of Performance: U.S. Merchant Marine Academy, Kings Point, NY 11024.
- Wage Determination: Service Contract Act Wage Determination #2015-4157 NY is applicable.
Submission & Evaluation
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business. Offers from non-small businesses will be rejected.
- Evaluation: Award will be made on a Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA) basis. Technical Approach and Past Performance will be rated as Acceptable/Unacceptable, and Price will be evaluated for fairness and reasonableness.
- Required Submissions: Quotes must include three volumes: Technical Approach, Past Performance, and Pricing (using the provided pricing sheet and signed SF-1449).
- SAM Registration: Active registration in SAM.gov is required for award.
Key Dates & Contact
- Site Visit (Tentative): April 15, 2026, at 10:00 AM EST.
- Questions Due: April 17, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST (or 48 hours after last site visit).
- Quotation Deadline: April 24, 2026, at 1:00 PM EST.
- Submission Email: NarineA@usmma.edu
- Contracting Officer: Amit S. Narine (NarineA@usmma.edu)
People
Points of Contact
Amit S. NarinePRIMARY
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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Posted: Apr 9, 2026