RTWS Termination, Digital Newspaper and Periodicals Subscription
ID: FA805223P0052Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8052 773 ESSSAN ANTONIO, TX, 78236-0119, USA

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Newspaper Publishers (513110)

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NEWSPAPERS AND PERIODICALS (7630)

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https://sam.gov/opp/dad8aa3401f94b529b00fa536dd609da/view
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Air Force, has issued a special notice regarding the termination of an award for a digital newspaper and periodicals subscription, primarily focusing on access to the New York Times Digital Newspaper, Cooking, and Games. The procurement aimed to provide DoD Libraries with comprehensive digital access to NYTimes.com and the NYT News app, facilitating customer engagement with current events, arts, culture, and diverse perspectives. This service is crucial for keeping library patrons informed and inspired, although the specific Statement of Work is not publicly available. For further inquiries, interested parties should monitor updates from the FA8052 773 ESS office in Fort Cavazos, Texas.

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