26/27-058 - Musical Instrument Repairs

The Nassau BOCES is seeking a qualified vendor to provide comprehensive repair services for a large inventory of musical instruments used across multiple school districts. The contract covers pickup, on‑site and emergency repairs, loaner instrument provision, and transportation for a wide range of string, band, woodwind, and percussion instruments. Vendors must demonstrate at least ten years of continuous experience in school‑instrument repair, provide three written references, and be able to respond to emergency repair needs for concerts and festivals, including weekends and holidays. Bids must cover a minimum of 90 % of the listed items (approximately 600 individual repair line items). The unit price for each item must include labor, parts, and transportation. The award is intended to be made to a single vendor, though item‑by‑item awards are permissible. • Pickup and return of instruments within six working days (or provide comparable loaner) • On‑site repairs and emergency support for concerts, All‑County, District, NYSSMA festivals • Minimum 10 years experience with three references required • Pricing must include labor, parts, and transport; submit prices for ≥90 % of items • Contract period aligns with the academic year (implicit) and may involve ongoing service calls • Insurance certificates and compliance certifications required prior award