Homegrown Foodways Short Film, AFC Collection 2022/010
ID: LCLGR25P0002Type: Special Notice
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LIBRARY OF CONGRESSLIBRARY OF CONGRESSCONTRACTS SERVICESWashington, DC, 20540, USA

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Motion Picture and Video Production (512110)

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PHOTO/MAP/PRINT/PUBLICATION- FILM/VIDEO TAPE PRODUCTION (T006)

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https://sam.gov/opp/63730dad2024409a8e19167ac5eed9e8/view
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    The Library of Congress intends to award a sole source contract to Phanat Xanamane for the production of short documentary films as part of its Community Collections Grant (CCG) program. The films, which will premiere in 2025, must reflect the perspectives of the communities documented in the project collections, specifically utilizing materials from the Louisiana Lao New Year Archive. This initiative is crucial for enhancing community engagement and cultural heritage, with the contract value estimated to be below $250,000 and above $25,000. Interested parties can contact Colleen Daly at cdaly@loc.gov or Jennifer Zwahlen at jzwa@loc.gov for further information, with key deliverables including an initial film cut due by April 1, 2025, and a final cut by May 1, 2025.

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    Colleen Daly
    cdaly@loc.gov
    Jennifer Zwahlen
    jzwa@loc.gov
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    JA_2025-LGR-0158_Redacted.pdf
    The document presents a Justification and Approval (J&A) for contracting without full competition, specifically for the Library of Congress, Plan ID Number: 2025-LGR-0158. The Library aims to procure contracted services from Phanat Xanamane for producing short documentary films related to the Community Collections Grant (CCG) program. Given the unique nature and specific requirements of the films, including adherence to community perspectives, Mr. Xanamane is identified as the sole source capable of fulfilling these needs. The justification cites legal bases per 41 U.S.C. § 6101, noting the urgency and uniqueness of the service required. The rationale emphasizes that alternative producers lack access to the original materials and may not adequately represent the communities involved. Furthermore, the document outlines the importance of this contract in supporting the CCG program and the Library's mission to enhance community engagement. Steps to foster future competition are mentioned, including publicizing grant opportunities to attract diverse filmmakers. Overall, the J&A supports the necessity for a sole-source contract due to unique qualifications, community involvement, and project timelines essential for the success of the documentary films.
    SOW_Phanat Xanamane.pdf
    The American Folklife Center (AFC) at the Library of Congress seeks contractor support to produce short documentary films utilizing primary source materials from its Community Collections Grant (CCG) program. The films will premiere in 2025 as part of a year-long celebration of the CCG initiative, and they must reflect the perspectives of the documented communities. Each documentary will be 20 to 25 minutes long and will specifically draw from the Louisiana Lao New Year Archive collection. Deliverables include a digital film in MP4 format with ADA-compliant captioning, as well as publicity materials such as the filmmaker's biography and high-resolution images. Key due dates include the initial film cut by April 1, 2025, and the final cut by May 1, 2025. The contractor must obtain approvals for any use of the Library’s trademarks in publicizing the films. This project aligns with federal efforts to support community cultural heritage and accessibility in the arts.
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