Burkart Flutes

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Background The U.S. Navy Fleet Bands are essential organizations that support public relations, diplomacy, and warfighter operations globally. They require high-quality instruments to perform in various environments and genres. The contract is awarded to Burkart Flute and Piccolos, known for their exceptional performance quality and customer support. The Navy's need for these instruments is critical as they are used in ceremonial and outreach missions worldwide. Work Details The contract involves the procurement of Lillian Burkart 'Elite Model' flutes with customized headjoints. Each flute must include the following specifications: - Elite Model with Offset G Key Option - Burkart 925 M2 Sterling silver hand-cut headjoint with silver lip plate and riser - 0.016"/0.40mm tubing wall, sterling silver body with sterling silver mechanism - Burkart micro-Link™ pinless mechanism - Soldered silver tone holes, silver rings, ribs, and posts - French (open hole) model with pointed key arms - White gold springs - 0.018" /0.45mm tubing, A=442 pitch - B footjoint with gizmo (Standard) Option - C# Trill Key Option - Pisoni S2 and Lucien Deluxe pads - Handmade in the USA. The required delivery date is on or around July 1, 2026. Period of Performance On or around July 1, 2026. Place of Performance The instruments will be delivered to various locations where the U.S. Navy Fleet Bands perform globally.