IEEE Enterprise Level 2 Subscriptions
ID: AFLCMC-HNAK_IEEE_2025Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSE

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    The Department of Defense is seeking to procure 800 commercial Level 2 Enterprise access subscriptions to the IEEE Xplore Digital Library, with the intention of awarding the contract to the sole source vendor, the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE). This procurement aims to provide essential access to vital technical resources and information for the years 2025 and 2026, with options for perpetual access included in the contract. The total anticipated award amount is $42,850.00, and the expected closing date for bid submissions is January 9, 2025, with the contract award date set for January 13, 2025. Interested parties can reach out to Pamela DuBrey at pamela.dubrey@us.af.mil or Chhunheng Phay at chhunheng.phay@us.af.mil for further information.

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    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) regarding the procurement of annual commercial licenses for the IEEE Xplore Digital Library. The contract, designated FA229125CB005, involves an award amount of $42,850.00 and aims to provide enterprise-level access for the years 2025 and 2026, including options for perpetual access. The contracting office is located at Hanscom Air Force Base, Massachusetts, with the contract award date set for January 13, 2025. The sole source for this license is the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), verifying its status as a commercially available service. The expected closing response date for bid submissions is January 9, 2025. Overall, this RFP emphasizes the government's commitment to accessing vital technical resources and information through established digital platforms.
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