The proposed simplified acquisition is being solicited on a sole source basis with Ex Libris USA, Inc., 8593 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674.

This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial supplies in accordance with the information in FAR Subpart 12.6 and FAR Subpart 13.106, using Simplified Acquisition Procedures for commercial products and commercial services. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; and a SF 1449 solicitation will not be issued. The authority for use of other than full and open competition is FAR 6.302-1, Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements. This combined synopsis/solicitation will be available for download on or about 24 January 2025 under Request for Quotation (RFQ) number N018925Q0008 at the following website: https://beta.sam.gov/.

This solicitation documents and incorporates provisions and clauses in effect through FAC 2024-07 and DFARS Change Notice 20251213. It is the responsibility of the contractor to be familiar with the applicable clauses and provisions. The clauses may be accessed in full text at these addresses: www.acqnet.gov/far  and http://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/dfars/index.htm . This acquisition will result in a Firm-Fixed-Price purchase order under NAICS 519210. The Small Business Size Standard is $21M.

SCHEDULE OF ITEMS REQUIRED: See attached combined synopsis-solicitation for full schedule of required items

Required delivery date: 28 February 2025

Delivery Location: 

U.S. Naval Academy

The Nimitz Library

589 McNair Road

Annapolis, MD 21402

This announcement will close on 4 February 2025, 06:00 AM EST. Responses should be submitted via e-mail to Megan Evans at [email protected].

System for Award Management (SAM). Quoters must be registered in the SAM database to be considered for award. Registration is free and can be completed on-line at http://www.sam.gov. For assistance call 866-606-8220 or visit the Federal Service Desk website at http://www.fsd.gov.

All quotes shall include price(s), FOB point, delivery date, a point of contact, name and phone number, GSA contract number if applicable, business size, and NET 30 payment terms

Please Review the following applicable attachments:

Attachment I – Sole Source Justification