Sources Sought for Professional Grade Oboes

The Hawaii National Guard is conducting market research to identify potential sources for professional grade oboes. This is a Sources Sought notice, not a solicitation, and is for planning purposes only. The primary instrument of interest is the Howarth XM Oboe in Grenadilla Wood, featuring a full conservatoire system, silver-plated keywork, semi-automatic octaves, a 3rd octave key, C-D Trill Key (x2), C-C# Trill Key, Forked F-Vent, extra trill mechanisms (Ab-Bb, Ab-A), a "Banana Key" for Low C-C# Trill, Eb-E trill mechanism, Articulated C# mechanism, metal-lined tenon sockets and sleeved tenons, undercut tone holes, a low Bb vent, and all necessary adjusting screws and an adjustable thumb rest. The instrument should be new and include a professional solid wood case, oboe swab, polishing cloth, adjustment screwdriver, and cork grease. The required quantity is two. If the Howarth XM Oboe is unavailable, acceptable alternate brands include Howarth XL, F. Loree Royal, and Marigaux 2001.