Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Journal Subscription to John Wiley & Sons
ID: OSTI-2026-4Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
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ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFSC OAK RIDGE OFFICEOAK RIDGE, TN, 37831, USA

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Periodical Publishers (513120)

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NEWSPAPERS AND PERIODICALS (7630)
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    The Department of Energy is seeking quotes for the renewal of an online institutional subscription to journals published by John Wiley & Sons, specifically for access to 1,474 journals in the Online Wiley Library. This procurement is essential for providing enhanced access to scientific literature, which supports the research and operational needs of the department. The contract will be awarded as a firm-fixed price purchase order, covering a one-year base period with four optional one-year extensions, with the subscription period set for the 2026 calendar year. Interested vendors must submit their quotes via email by January 6, 2026, to Natalie Barnett at barnettn@osti.gov, and ensure they are registered in the System for Award Management prior to contract award.

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