Arts and Sciences Periodicals Access - USACE
ID: W912EK25Q0010Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services (519290)

PSC

NEWSPAPERS AND PERIODICALS (7630)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/64803c96a5f541079e1a3e6c1ed8dafc/view
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    Description

    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District, is soliciting proposals for the purchase of seven JSTOR journal collections, focusing on arts and sciences, as part of a total small business set-aside contract. The procurement aims to provide comprehensive online access to a range of academic journals, including technical support and usage statistics, with a contract period starting from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, and options for two additional years. This initiative underscores the government's commitment to enhancing access to scholarly resources, which are vital for research and academic inquiry. Interested vendors must submit their proposals by December 26, 2024, and direct any questions to Jocelyn W. Rain or Nicholas Moore via their provided email addresses.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Jocelyn W. Rain
    jocelyn.w.rain@usace.army.mil
    Nicholas Moore
    Nicholas.M.Moore@usace.army.mil
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    A02 Attachment A All Required Journal Titles.xlsx
    The document presents an extensive list of academic journals, comprising their titles, ISSNs (International Standard Serial Numbers), eISSNs, and relevant publishers. The journals cover diverse fields such as economics, sociology, anthropology, political science, history, and more, illustrating a broad spectrum of research and scholarship. Many are published under the auspices of reputable organizations such as the American Economic Association, Wiley, and Cambridge University Press. Coverage ranges from historical publications dating back to the early 20th century to contemporary offerings, indicating sustained academic interest in these areas. The central purpose of this document within the context of federal RFPs, grants, and state/local initiatives is to provide researchers and government analysts with comprehensive bibliographic data to support academic inquiries, grant writing, and informed proposal submissions. The structure showcases each journal's associated ISSN, version controls, and relevant publication details, serving as a resource for professionals seeking to reference, submit to, or gain insights from various scholarly works across disciplines. This helps ensure adherence to funding requirements and promotes informed decision-making in research engagement.
    A22 - W912EK25Q0010-00001 Amendment.pdf
    The document outlines an amendment concerning a solicitation modification (W912EK25Q0010) from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. This amendment updates product descriptions related to online access for Arts & Sciences periodicals for 2025-2027, previously listed under JSTOR access. Specifically, it revises the Classification Line Item Numbers (CLINs) and expands the descriptions for periodical access services, renaming various access years and adjusting their details accordingly. Additionally, the amendment introduces a new delivery schedule for CLIN 1001 and modifies the pricing structure for the annual access fees across the base year and subsequent option years. The document specifies the requirements for vendors, emphasizing online access to the specified journal collections, technical support, usage statistics, and the accessibility timeline. Attachments A and B are referenced for detailed information about the required titles and supporting documentation. The purpose of this amendment is to clarify changes to specified service offerings and ensure compliance with federal contracting guidelines. The document exemplifies the complexities of federal RFPs in relation to educational resource accessibility, reflecting the government's commitment to providing robust access to scholarly content.
    A22 - W912EK25Q0010 Solicitation.pdf
    The document outlines a government solicitation (W912EK25Q0010) for online access to JSTOR journal collections, focusing specifically on arts and sciences as well as biological sciences. It establishes requirements for vendors to provide comprehensive database access, support for technical issues, usage statistics, and full-text availability of all materials. The contract includes a base year from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, with two optional subsequent years for access renewal. Vendors are instructed to submit offers by December 26, 2024, while confirming their representation and certifications with the System for Award Management (SAM). The government emphasizes its interest in small and disadvantaged business participation. The solicitation adheres to federal procurement regulations and includes clauses to ensure compliance with various standards, including those relating to telecommunications services, labor conditions, and child labor regulations. This document embodies the government's commitment to acquiring necessary resources while supporting small enterprises in federal contracting.
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