DC10--NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE Annual Database Subscriptions License
ID: 36C24525Q0064Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF245-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 5 (36C245)LINTHICUM, MD, 21090, USA

NAICS

Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services (519290)

PSC

IT AND TELECOM - DATA CENTER AS A SERVICE (DC10)

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https://sam.gov/opp/c0eab8cb6ed1452fb25a743e7a39b42f/view
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for an Annual Database Subscription service, specifically for the EBSCO med-pub library service at the Washington DC VA Medical Center. The procurement aims to identify potential suppliers capable of providing a full-service subscription that includes specific EBSCO products, such as Dentistry and Oral Science Source and MEDLINE Complete. This service is crucial for supporting the medical library's access to essential research and information resources. Interested vendors must submit their business details, including socio-economic status and capability statement, by 12:00 PM (EDT) on November 4, 2024, to the primary contact, James Ferro, at james.ferro@va.gov.

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    James FerroContract Specialist
    (202) 745-8000
    james.ferro@va.gov
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    The Department of Veterans Affairs is issuing a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for an Annual Database Subscription service, specifically targeting the EBSCO med-pub library service at the Washington DC VA Medical Center. This notice identifies that Network Contracting Office 5 seeks potential suppliers with the necessary resources to deliver this full-service subscription. Interested vendors are encouraged to submit their business details, including socio-economic status and capability statement, by November 4, 2024. The solicitation highlights specific EBSCO products for potential inclusion in the service contract. It is important to note that this notice serves planning purposes only and does not constitute a binding solicitation or contract. Responders will not incur any costs reimbursable by the government for the preparation of their responses. The primary goal of this notice is to assist in shaping acquisition strategy and requirements, potentially leading to future procurement actions.
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