Opportunity

SAM #HQ0516-FY-26-0007

Market Research for Commercial Radio DJ Show Prep Service for AFN Broadcasters

Buyer

HQ DEFENSE MEDIA ACTIVITY

Posted

April 14, 2026

Respond By

May 12, 2026

Identifier

HQ0516-FY-26-0007

NAICS

515120, 519210, 519130

The Department of War Information Activity (DWIA), under the Defense Media Activity (DMA), is conducting market research for a commercial, subscription-based daily radio DJ show prep service to support American Forces Network (AFN) broadcasters serving U.S. military personnel and families worldwide. - Government Buyer: - Department of War Information Activity (DWIA), Defense Media Activity (DMA), American Forces Network (AFN) - Service Requested: - Commercial, subscription-based daily radio DJ show prep service - Service must provide timely, topical content across multiple music formats (news, entertainment, lifestyle, music information, interactive content, pre-produced audio) - Delivered via a secure, web-based platform accessible 24/7 globally - Includes searchable archives and customer/technical support - Period of Performance: - 12-month base period with four one-year option periods - Unique Requirements: - Service must support AFN broadcasters delivering radio programming to U.S. service members, civilians, and families stationed or assigned overseas - Content must be updated daily and accessible worldwide - No specific OEMs, vendors, part numbers, or purchase quantities are specified; this is a sources sought notice for market research only - Place of Performance: - Fort George G Meade, Maryland (primary government facility and contracting office) - No contract will be awarded from this notice; information gathered will inform future acquisition strategy.

Description

The Department of War Information Activity (DWIA) is conducting market research to identify potential sources capable of providing a commercial, subscription-based, daily radio DJ show prep service. This service is for American Forces Network (AFN) broadcasters who provide radio programming to U.S. service members, civilians, and their families stationed or assigned overseas.

The purpose of this Sources Sought notice is to gain a better understanding of the marketplace and to identify qualified, interested businesses (including small businesses) capable of fulfilling the requirements outlined in the attached Scope of Work (SOW). The information received will be used for planning and budgeting purposes and to assist in developing the acquisition strategy. No contract will be awarded from this notice.

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