Intent to Sole Source Online Access to KNOVEL Collections by Elsevier
ID: PANMVD-25-P-001233Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW07V ENDIST ROCK ISLANDROCK ISLAND, IL, 61299-5001, USA

NAICS

Periodical Publishers (513120)

PSC

NEWSPAPERS AND PERIODICALS (7630)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b91f313fc8af4a2bb39bcad16546813f/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District, intends to procure online access to the KNOVEL collections provided by Elsevier Inc. on a sole source basis, as outlined in the Special Notice. This procurement is necessary to support various engineering and scientific fields, including but not limited to Biochemistry, Civil Engineering, and Environmental Engineering, which are critical for addressing contemporary challenges in technology and development. Interested small-business firms that believe they can meet the requirements are encouraged to submit a capability statement to the primary contact, Jake Anderson, at jake.t.anderson@usace.army.mil by November 22, 2024, at 12:00 PM CT. Please note that this notice is not a request for competitive quotes, and the government will not reimburse any costs associated with the submission of capability statements.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jake Anderson
    (309) 794-6131
    jake.t.anderson@usace.army.mil
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    A14 - Attachment A_Special Notice_20241115.pdf
    The document outlines a proposal related to various engineering and scientific fields, enumerating areas of expertise such as Biochemistry, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and more. It serves as a reference for federal and state RFPs, as well as grants, signaling a comprehensive scope in areas like Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Energy. Each listed category represents a specific domain of knowledge that may be applicable for project proposals or grant applications, highlighting the need for diverse technical skills in addressing contemporary challenges in engineering and technology. The inclusion of fields like Marine Engineering and Oil & Gas Engineering underscores a focus on both innovative and traditional sectors within engineering and technology, suggesting a holistic approach to development. This document may aid stakeholders in identifying relevant expertise for their projects, enhancing collaboration in addressing complex engineering issues and fostering advancements across multiple disciplines.
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