FY25 Chilton's, Nat Geo, & Legal Ref subscription
Type: Special Notice
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Buyer

DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8052 773 ESSSAN ANTONIO, TX, 78236-0119, USA

NAICS

Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services (519290)

PSC

NEWSPAPERS AND PERIODICALS (7630)

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https://sam.gov/opp/0d1bea26b4474209b2317cb1f6005bff/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, intends to award a sole source contract to Cengage Learning, Inc. (Gale) for a subscription service that includes Chilton's Auto Repair Manuals, National Geographic content, and a Legal Reference database. This procurement aims to provide comprehensive resources for automotive repair, educational materials suitable for younger audiences, and legal forms to support small businesses, all of which are essential for the operational needs of DoD Libraries. The contract is set to be a Firm-Fixed-Price agreement effective from November 15, 2024, to May 14, 2026, with interested vendors encouraged to submit proposals or capability statements by November 6, 2024. For further inquiries, vendors may contact Jackelin Guerrero Funes or Ernest Medina via their respective emails.

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    Jackelin Guerrero Funes
    jackelin.guerrero_funes@us.af.mil
    Ernest Medina
    ernest.medina.2@us.af.mil
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    NOTICE OF INTENT TO AWARD SOLE SOURCE_ FY25_DoD Chiltons Nat Geo and Legal.pdf
    The 773d Enterprise Sourcing Squadron (773 ESS) intends to award a Firm-Fixed-Price contract to Cengage Learning, Inc. (Gale) for a subscription service under FAR 13.106-1(b)(2), effective from 15 November 2024 to 14 May 2026. The contract includes access to Chilton’s Auto Repair Manuals, National Geographic content across various formats, and a Legal Reference database. The Chilton’s database will offer comprehensive repair information for over 2,600 vehicle makes and models, focusing on DIY repairs, while the National Geographic content will provide educational resources suitable for younger audiences from 1888 onwards. Additionally, the legal database will support the Gale’s Small Business database utilized by DoD Libraries. Interested vendors may submit proposals or capability statements by 6 November 2024, but the government retains discretion to proceed without competitive quotations. Responses must include specific company information like contact details, business size classification, and socioeconomic status, adhering to submission limits of 10 pages. The call for alternate products is also encouraged, provided they meet specified requirements. This notice underscores the government’s intent to streamline acquisition processes while ensuring necessary resources are available for its operational needs.
    Sole source JA_FY25 DoD Chiltons Nat Geo and Legal Reference (30Oct24) Fully Signed REDACTED.pdf
    The Department of Defense (DoD) Libraries requires a sole source contract with Cengage Learning, Inc. (Gale) for subscriptions to Chilton's Automotive Repair Manuals, National Geographic databases, and Legal Reference resources. This new contract follows the expiration of previous contracts and will be a Firm Fixed Price agreement. The subscription must offer extensive features, including full access to automotive databases, comprehensive genealogy resources, educational content for children, and legal forms suitable for small businesses. A sources sought notice was issued, yielding no competitive bids other than the incumbent. The contract officer determined that Cengage is the only vendor capable of fulfilling these requirements based on thorough market research and extensive evaluation of capabilities. Future efforts will focus on outreach through industry events and continuous market surveys to encourage broader competition in subsequent acquisitions. The contracting office is committed to ensuring that future solicitations engage a variety of vendors effectively. This document illustrates due diligence in the acquisition process, ensuring the DoD libraries meet their information needs efficiently and comprehensively.
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