Media Asset Manager (MAM) System - Library of Congress
ID: 030ADV24R0054Type: Solicitation
AwardedSep 17, 2024
$245.7K$245,655
AwardeeKEY CODE MEDIA, INC. Burbank CA 91502 USA
Award #:LCLBN24P0006
Overview

Buyer

LIBRARY OF CONGRESSLIBRARY OF CONGRESSCONTRACTS SERVICESWashington, DC, 20540, USA

NAICS

Computer Systems Design Services (541512)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - PLATFORM SUPPORT SERVICES: DATABASE, MAINFRAME, MIDDLEWARE (LABOR) (DH01)
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    The Library of Congress is seeking proposals for a centralized Media Asset Management (MAM) system to enhance the management of its diverse digital media assets across multiple departments. The primary objective is to automate the processes of file sharing, organization, retrieval, and metadata tagging, thereby improving efficiency and cohesion among the Multimedia Group, Office of Communications, and Design Office. This MAM solution must support various media formats, integrate with existing hardware and software systems, and comply with accessibility standards, ensuring high availability and robust security measures. Interested vendors should submit their proposals by September 9, 2024, with inquiries directed to primary contact Olexiy Levchuk at olevchuk@loc.gov or secondary contact Ramon Samuel at rsamuel@loc.gov.

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    The document outlines Amendment 0001 to the solicitation for a centralized Media Asset Management (MAM) solution by the Library of Congress, extending the offer due date to July 24, 2024, and adding several key sections regarding specifications and requirements for the system. The MAM system is intended to automate and optimize the management of digital media assets, integrating with existing hardware and software to support various media formats and workflows across different departments. Key functionalities include metadata management, version control, archiving, and interoperability with Adobe Creative Suite and other systems.
    The document outlines Amendment 0002 to a solicitation for a Media Asset Management (MAM) system by the Library of Congress, which includes modifications to the proposal submission instructions and various sections of the Statement of Work. Key changes include an extension of the offer due date to September 9, 2024, and amendments addressing the specifications and requirements for the MAM system intended to improve the management and sharing of digital media assets across different departments of the Library. The amendment also details the evaluation factors for proposal assessment, emphasizing technical approach, corporate experience, past performance, and price.
    The Library of Congress seeks to evaluate a potential contractor's performance thoroughly. They have issued a questionnaire to gather critical information about a candidate's past performance in delivering a Media Asset Management system solution, its installation, and associated services. The library emphasizes the importance of past performance in its selection process. This detailed assessment focuses on multiple key areas, including management, product quality, project scheduling, and cost effectiveness. Respondents are required to provide ratings and narratives for each category, painting a comprehensive picture of the contractor's competence. The deadline for submitting these assessments is July 15, 2024, indicating a time-sensitive evaluation process.
    The government agency seeks proposals for a firm fixed-price contract to procure and implement a Media Asset Management System, including media ingest stations, and associated functions. The primary objective is to obtain a comprehensive system, along with installation and one year of maintenance/technical support. Offerors are required to provide detailed pricing for each deliverable, with the potential to add rows for any additional items. The solicitation, referenced as 030ADV24R0054, outlines specific technical requirements and expectations. Evaluations will be based on the affordability and compatibility of the proposed systems. Qualified vendors must submit their proposals by 9/1/2024 to be considered. The agency emphasizes the importance of delivering a cost-effective solution, with an estimated total contract value of up to $0.00.
    The document contains responses to offeror questions regarding the Media Asset Management (MAM) System solicitation 030ADV24R0054. Key topics addressed include integration with ServiceNow and Adobe software, budget considerations, a preference for on-premise solutions over cloud-based systems, and requirements for compliance with specific technology standards. The Library clarifies several technical specifications and processes while emphasizing that a proposed solution must meet all outlined criteria in the solicitation.
    The document is a Past Performance Questionnaire designed to assess a contractor's suitability for providing services to the Library of Congress, emphasizing the importance of past performance in the evaluation process. It outlines specific rating definitions for contractor performance, requests detailed feedback on various aspects of contract management, and requires narrative explanations for lower ratings. Respondents are asked to return the completed questionnaire by July 24, 2024, to designated contacts.
    The Library of Congress seeks a centralized Media Asset Management (MAM) system to integrate and manage its digital media assets. The primary goal is to streamline file sharing, organization, and retrieval across various Library departments. The MAM solution must support audio, video, and still images, with advanced metadata management, version control, and integration with existing software and hardware. Two media ingest stations are required for uploading content from specific camera types. The Library emphasizes on-premises hardware storage integration and accessibility for both on-site and remote employees. This firm-fixed-price contract specifies a system uptime of 99.9% and stringent security requirements for handling Controlled Unclassified Information. Deliverables include the MAM system, ingest stations, and associated hardware delivery and installation, with a separate one-year maintenance and support contract. Offers are due by July 15, 2024, at 12:00 PM EST. Evaluation will consider factors like technical merit, past performance, and price, with a focus on achieving a centralized, efficient media asset management solution.
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