R605--Various VACO Library Journals
ID: 36C77625Q0077Type: Sources Sought
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFPCAC HEALTH INFORMATION (36C776)INDEPENDENCE, OH, 44131, USA

NAICS

Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services (519290)

PSC

SUPPORT- ADMINISTRATIVE: LIBRARY (R605)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8eb3f79e8507444b95b5b04209724444/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is conducting a Sources Sought Notice to identify contractors capable of providing subscriptions to various VACO Library journals for the fiscal year 2025, with options for two additional years. The VA seeks existing, off-the-shelf web and print journal subscriptions that ensure unrestricted access for simultaneous users and comply with Section 508 standards, reflecting the VA's commitment to maintaining comprehensive informational resources for healthcare professionals serving veterans. Interested contractors must submit their responses by December 27, 2024, to Andrew Allen, Contract Specialist, at Andrew.Allen6@va.gov, ensuring that all correspondence references the RFI number and title.

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    Andrew AllenContract Specialist
    (216) 447-8300
    Andrew.Allen6@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issues a Sources Sought Notice to identify contractors for providing subscriptions to various VACO Library journals. This notice serves as market research and does not constitute a solicitation; responses will not lead to proposals or awards. The VA seeks to procure existing, off-the-shelf web and print journal subscriptions for the VA Central Office Library for the fiscal year 2025, with options for two additional years. The required journals must be offered in specified formats, with detailed performance requirements, including unrestricted access for simultaneous users and compliance with Section 508 standards. The response deadline for interested contractors is December 27, 2024. Correspondence must clearly reference the RFI number and title. The primary contact for further inquiries is Andrew Allen, a Contract Specialist. This initiative reflects the VA's commitment to maintaining comprehensive informational resources for healthcare professionals serving veterans.
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