Royal Society of Chemistry Library Subscription
Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA2396 USAF AIR FORCE MATERIEL COMMAND AFRL PZL AFRL PZLEWRIGHT PATTERSON AFB, OH, 45433-7541, USA

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Periodical Publishers (513120)

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NEWSPAPERS AND PERIODICALS (7630)

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https://sam.gov/opp/6d68dfac68bd4ebe81120ae22bff121a/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Wright-Patterson AFB, Ohio, intends to award a single-source contract for a subscription to the Royal Society of Chemistry's electronic journals for the year 2025, with options for two additional years. This procurement aims to provide comprehensive access to scientific journals in chemistry and chemical engineering, which are essential for supporting the research needs of AFRL scientists and engineers across various technical directorates. The decision for a sole source acquisition is based on market research indicating that the Royal Society of Chemistry offers unique capabilities, including perpetual access and the ability to publish Open Access articles, with no viable alternatives identified. Interested parties may submit responses to the primary contact, Travis McCullough, via email at travis.mccullough.1@us.af.mil by December 23, 2024, at 10:00 AM Eastern Time, to be considered for this opportunity.

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    Travis McCullough
    travis.mccullough.1@us.af.mil
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    FAR_6_(JA) for Other Than Full and Open Competition_Aug2023 RSC_redacted.pdf
    The document outlines a justification and approval (J&A) for the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to procure electronic access to the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) electronic journals using Other Than Full and Open Competition. The AFRL's contracting activity seeks a firm fixed-price contract for the subscription period running from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, with options for two additional years. The current subscription expires on December 31, 2024. The AFRL library supports scientists and engineers across various technical directorates, necessitating an all-inclusive collection of scientific journals in chemistry and chemical engineering. A sources sought notice was posted on SAM.gov to solicit potential providers, but only one response was received from VESQU, LLC. Ultimately, RSC was determined to offer superior value due to its unique capabilities, including perpetual access and the ability to publish Open Access articles. Market research indicated no viable alternatives that could meet the specific needs of AFRL, justifying the decision for a sole source acquisition. The document also outlines plans for continued evaluation of vendor options to minimize barriers to competition in future acquisitions.
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