Opportunity
SAM # FA706026Q0023
USAF Band Custom Uniform Alterations Solicitation
Buyer
11th Contracting Squadron
Posted
August 21, 2026
Respond By
September 11, 2026
Identifier
FA706026Q0023
NAICS
315210
The U.S. Air Force Band at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling is seeking master-level bespoke tailoring services for custom uniform alterations of ceremonial tunics for approximately 50 band members annually. - Government Buyer: - U.S. Air Force, 11th Contracting Squadron (FA7060), USAF Band, Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or tailoring vendors are named; the solicitation is open to qualified tailoring service providers - Products/Services Requested: - Custom alteration and tailoring of government-furnished ceremonial tunics and coordinating skirts for 50 band members per year - Services include fittings, garment deconstruction, seam/dart creation, panel additions, reconstruction, pressing, and quality assurance - On-site fitting sessions (up to twice monthly), off-site/make-up fitting options, and ad-hoc/emergency visits with 72-hour support availability - Secure handling of uniforms, digital manifests for approvals, and compliance with Air Force dress regulations - Live demonstration required for technical evaluation - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Work performed at USAF Band location and/or contractor facility within 25 miles - 4-week turnaround per garment from initial fitting - Ad-hoc visits billable separately; prior authorization required - Contract includes multiple option years, up to five years and six months total duration - SBA set-aside for qualified vendors
Description
The vendor shall perform alterations to provide custom fitted tunics for 50 members of the USAF Band. Work will include fittings, sewing, and finishing. Tunics shall be completed in small batches of 5-10, and each batch shall be completed within 4 weeks of initial fitting. The USAF Band shall provide base tunic garments and matching fabric. The vendor shall provide all tools and notions for completion.