MALiA Serials and Subscription

The Optional Statewide Contract CTR001315 is a comprehensive library resource procurement vehicle designed to provide Virginia libraries with essential materials and services. This Indefinite Delivery Vehicle (IDV) enables authorized libraries to access a wide range of library resources, including books, periodicals, digital content, and related library materials through a pre-negotiated contract mechanism. The contract is structured to streamline the procurement process for libraries across the Commonwealth, offering a standardized and efficient method for acquiring necessary library resources.

EBSCO Industries Inc. serves as the prime contractor for this Optional Statewide Contract, which is administered by the Library of Virginia. The contract is effective from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026, providing a one-year term of service for Virginia's library system. As an optional statewide contract, it covers the entire Commonwealth of Virginia and offers participating libraries a flexible purchasing solution with pre-established pricing and terms. The contract type allows libraries to leverage a competitively solicited agreement that provides cost-effective access to critical library materials and resources.