Opportunity
SAM #a8f29fe85a4546aeb9f5e9e4148c2c87
Sole Source 6-Month Extension: AFN Radio Programming & Content Services (Radio Networks, L.L.C.)
Buyer
HQ DEFENSE MEDIA ACTIVITY
Posted
April 03, 2026
Respond By
April 10, 2026
Identifier
a8f29fe85a4546aeb9f5e9e4148c2c87
NAICS
516110, 515111
This opportunity concerns a planned 6-month sole source contract extension for radio programming and content services for the American Forces Network (AFN): - The Department of War Information Activity (DWIA) intends to modify its contract with Radio Networks, L.L.C. for continued broadcast distribution rights and 24/7 music content. - Music genres include Hot Adult Contemporary, Current Country, Classic Rock, Alternative Rock, Popular Variety Hits, and Seasonal Holiday music. - The extension period is May 1, 2026, through October 31, 2026. - The place of performance is AFN outlets, supporting U.S. military and government audiences. - This is a sole source procurement; no competitive solicitation is planned unless responses indicate otherwise. - No product part numbers or specific quantities are listed; the focus is on broadcast rights and content services. - The contracting office is HQ Defense Media Activity, Fort Meade, MD. - Estimated contract value is not specified but likely in the low to mid six-figure range for a 6-month extension of broadcast content services. - Potential competitors could include other major radio content syndicators or music licensing firms.
Description
THIS NOTICE OF INTENT IS NOT A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS OR QUOTATIONS. No solicitation package will be issued Requests for copies of solicitation in response to this notice will not be honored or acknowledged. A determination by the Government not to compete this proposed action based upon responses to this notice is solely within the discretion of the Government. Information received will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether conducting a competitive procurement is in the best interest of the Government.