Access to Elsevier’s “Science Direct” On-Line Services
ID: HHS-NIH-OD-OLAO-SS-25-001AType: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, DEPARTMENT OFNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTHNATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH OLAOBETHESDA, MD, 20892, USA

NAICS

Periodical Publishers (513120)

PSC

NEWSPAPERS AND PERIODICALS (7630)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/00097cf3975a4163b32308422ab8faaf/view
Timeline
    Description

    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), intends to negotiate a sole-source contract with Elsevier B.V. for access to its online services, including ScienceDirect®, Scopus®, and EMBASE®. The objective of this procurement is to provide NIH and HHS staff with continued access to a wide range of scientific journals, databases, and online resources essential for their research and administrative functions. This access is critical for enhancing productivity and facilitating timely information retrieval for NIH researchers and clinicians. Interested parties may submit capability statements to Oghogho Joy Ajao at ajaooj@mail.nih.gov by November 19, 2024, at 10 a.m. EST, as no competitive proposals will be solicited.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Oghogho Joy Ajao
    (301) 443-5655
    ajaooj@mail.nih.gov
    Files
    No associated files provided.
    Lifecycle
    Title
    Type
    Access to Elsevier’s “Science Direct” On-Line Services
    Currently viewing
    Presolicitation
    Similar Opportunities
    National Institutes of Health Journal Subscription services
    Active
    Health And Human Services, Department Of
    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) Division of Library Services (DLS) is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to manage journal subscription services, including both online and print formats, and to handle publisher invoicing. The selected vendor will be responsible for placing and renewing subscriptions, ensuring seamless access to nearly 20,000 journal titles, and providing ongoing support to NIH and associated Health and Human Services agencies. This initiative is crucial for maintaining comprehensive access to academic literature, thereby supporting the research community while effectively managing administrative complexities. Interested vendors must submit their responses to the sources sought notice by November 14, 2024, and can contact Shawn Glen at shawn.glen@nih.gov for further information.
    Notice of Intent to Sole Source - ScienceDirect Online Content Database Subscription
    Active
    Treasury, Department Of The
    The Department of the Treasury, specifically the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), intends to award a sole-source delivery order to Elsevier, Inc. for the renewal of the ScienceDirect Online Content Database subscription. This subscription provides access to a comprehensive collection of peer-reviewed scientific, technical, and health literature, as well as open access publications relevant to banking, finance, economics, and management. The OCC emphasizes that no competitive solicitation will be issued, but it will consider responses from other vendors that can demonstrate their capability to provide equivalent products by the specified deadline. Interested parties should contact Karen A. Green at karen.green@occ.treas.gov for further information.
    Notice of Intent to Sole Source Electronic Research Information Management System
    Active
    Dept Of Defense
    The Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USUHS), part of the Department of Defense, intends to award a sole-source contract to Elsevier B.V. for its Pure electronic research information management system. This procurement aims to transition USU's existing Pure system from an on-premise setup to an Amazon Web Services cloud environment, leveraging unique search functionalities and proprietary components that no other provider offers. The contract will cover a base year with four additional option years, emphasizing the importance of maintaining effective systems for USU's educational and operational needs in military medicine and research. Interested parties may submit proposals demonstrating competitive advantages by the specified deadline, and inquiries can be directed to Joshua Broadman at joshua.broadman.ctr@usuhs.edu or Christopher White at christopher.white@usuhs.edu.
    Notice of Intent to Sole Source; Siemens Medical Solutions
    Active
    Health And Human Services, Department Of
    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), intends to award a sole source contract to Siemens Medical Solutions for the maintenance and support of the Syngo Dynamics application. This acquisition aims to activate a software maintenance agreement for the proprietary Syngo Dynamics General Ultrasound software, which is critical for daily operations in patient care at the NIH Clinical Center. The contract will be awarded under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 13, allowing for a sole source procurement due to the unique nature of the software. Interested parties may express their interest and capabilities to Kristin Nagashima at kristin.nagashima@nih.gov by November 15, 2024, at 10 AM EST.
    ON-LINE SUBSCRIPTION WEB OF SCIENCE
    Active
    Commerce, Department Of
    Special Notice: Commerce, Department of, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) intends to negotiate a sole source contract with Clarivate Analytics for the acquisition of the Web of Science Database. The database will be used in the NIST Library and Museum on the NIST campus in Gaithersburg, MD. The Web of Science Database, which includes Science Citation Index Expanded, Technology Fee, and Conference Proceedings Citation Index, is essential for impact analysis to measure NIST research outputs. Clarivate Analytics is the only known vendor capable of providing the online subscription to Web of Science. Responses will be considered by the Government until December 15, 2023, 8:00 am, ET.
    Notice of Intent to Sole-Source
    Active
    Health And Human Services, Department Of
    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is planning to non-competitively increase the ceiling on an existing indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract with Planon Corporation for maintenance services related to their proprietary Computer-Aided Facility Management (CAFM) system. This increase is necessary to ensure the continued functionality and optimal performance of the Planon ProCenter system, which is critical to the operations of the National Cancer Institute (NCI). The specialized knowledge required for the maintenance services can only be provided by the incumbent contractor, as integrating a new software solution would incur substantial costs and delays. Interested parties can reach out to Ashley Riggs at ashley.riggs@nih.gov or 240-858-7852 for further information, with the acquisition being processed under FAR Part 12 and a justification and award notice to be posted within 14 days upon award.
    7B--Sourcegraph Code Intelligence Platform
    Active
    Health And Human Services, Department Of
    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking to procure the Sourcegraph Code Intelligence Platform through a special notice. This platform is required by the Office of Extramural Research (OER) and the eRA program to enhance code intelligence capabilities. The procurement falls under the NAICS code 541512, which pertains to Computer Systems Design Services, and is critical for improving software development and management within NIH projects. Interested vendors can reach out to Justin M. Borden at justin.borden@nih.gov or call +1 301 480 9887 for further details regarding this opportunity.
    NOI Cytiva Sepax C-Pro Cell Processing Systems Software Upgrade
    Active
    Health And Human Services, Department Of
    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking to award a firm fixed price contract for a software upgrade on two Cytiva Sepax C-Pro Cell Processing Systems. The objective of this procurement is to enhance the functionality of these systems, which are critical for the Department of Transfusion Medicine, thereby reducing the need for alternative devices and associated maintenance costs. This sole source acquisition is justified as Cytiva-Global Life Sciences Solutions USA LLC is the original equipment manufacturer and the only qualified provider for the proprietary software required for the upgrade. Interested parties must submit capability statements by November 14, 2024, at 12:00 PM EST to Sheri Eiri at sheri.eiri@nih.gov for consideration.
    A--NIH NeuroBioBank Brain and Tissue Repository
    Active
    Health And Human Services, Department Of
    The Department of Health and Human Services, through the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking proposals for the establishment of the NIH NeuroBioBank Brain and Tissue Repository. The objective of this procurement is to create and manage contract collection sites for acquiring, storing, and distributing human brain and central nervous system tissues for research purposes, aimed at advancing the understanding of nervous system disorders. This initiative is critical for enhancing biomedical research by providing well-characterized specimens to researchers, thereby facilitating studies that could lead to improved treatments and interventions. Proposals are due by November 25, 2024, with the anticipated contract performance period starting on May 1, 2025, and extending potentially through multiple option years. Interested vendors should contact Robin D. Knightly at robin.knightly@nih.gov or call +1 301 827 5302 for further information.
    Renewal of Mediso Multiscan LFER 150 software license and PC hardware component upgrades
    Active
    Health And Human Services, Department Of
    The Department of Health and Human Services, specifically the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is seeking to renew the software license for the Mediso Multiscan LFER 150 and upgrade associated PC hardware components. This procurement aims to ensure the continued functionality and efficiency of critical software used in biomedical research and diagnostics. The renewal and upgrades are vital for maintaining the operational capabilities of NIH's research initiatives in Rockville, Maryland. Interested vendors can reach out to Dana Monroe at dana.monroe@nih.gov or call 406-375-9814 for further details regarding this presolicitation opportunity.