Journals Subscriptions
ID: 36C25725Q0173Type: Combined Synopsis/Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

VETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OFVETERANS AFFAIRS, DEPARTMENT OF257-NETWORK CONTRACT OFFICE 17 (36C257)ARLINGTON, TX, 76006, USA

NAICS

Periodical Publishers (513120)

PSC

NEWSPAPERS AND PERIODICALS (7630)

Set Aside

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

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b61de981f2a0455882a1c48f0e6d6361/view
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    Description

    The Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking contractors to provide journal subscription services for the Central Texas VA Health Care System Library. The objective is to manage subscriptions for various periodicals, databases, e-books, and related online resources essential for supporting veterans' care, including responsibilities such as ordering, payment processing, and claims management. This initiative underscores the VA's commitment to effective resource management and quality care for veterans, with the contract running from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025. Interested parties can contact Stephanie Reeves at stephanie.reeves@va.gov or 254-271-7853 for further details.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Stephanie Reeves
    (254) 271-7853
    stephanie.reeves@va.gov
    Shannon Hodgson
    (907) 854-3732
    shannon.hodgson@va.gov
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    D.1 Wage Determination 2015-5237.pdf
    S02_36C25725Q0173.pdf
    The document outlines a Request for Proposal (RFP) issued by the Department of Veterans Affairs for journal subscription services as part of their initiative to optimize subscription management for the Central Texas VA Health Care System. The objective is for contractors to manage subscriptions to various periodicals, databases, e-books, and related online resources for veterans' care, from ordering to payment processing and support services. The contract runs from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, with a focus on providing comprehensive support including claims management, reporting, and various administrative services. The contractors must ensure timely renewals, handle claims for missing issues, assess administrative needs, and maintain communication with library services. Key responsibilities include managing subscription orders and renewals, providing electronic systems for check-in and claiming, and producing monthly reports on subscription status. This RFP signifies the VA's commitment to effective resource management in support of their mission to provide quality care for veterans while adhering to federal contracting regulations and diversity considerations for small businesses. The anticipated collaboration emphasizes efficiency, transparency, and responsiveness to the dynamic needs of the VA Library Services.
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