Alma and Primo Subscriptions Renewals for LVA and VMFA

The Virginia Purchasing Agreement CTR001307 is a specialized indefinite delivery vehicle focused on providing comprehensive library management and digital resource platforms. The IDV covers subscription renewals for critical library technologies, specifically Ex Libris software solutions including Alma library management system and Primo discovery platforms. These technological services are designed to support digital infrastructure for state library systems, enabling advanced resource management, cataloging, and research discovery capabilities for public and specialized libraries.

The master IDV is administered by the Library of Virginia, with Ex Libris USA Inc as the prime contractor. The contract is structured as a purchasing agreement with a one-year performance period from June 4, 2025, through June 3, 2026, covering the Commonwealth of Virginia. While no specific total IDV value is listed, the contract enables subscription renewals for multiple state institutions, demonstrating a flexible procurement approach for standardized library technology services.

Under this IDV, two specific contract awards have been made: a primary award totaling $378,687.11 for the Library of Virginia, which includes Primo Sandbox, Alma, and Primo Subscription Renewals, and a secondary award of $15,560.61 for the Virginia Museum of Fine Arts' Alma Subscription Renewal. Both awards are for one-year terms, with identical performance periods, and share consistent delivery instructions to Paranita Carpenter. The cumulative value of these awards is $394,247.72, representing a comprehensive approach to maintaining digital library infrastructure across Virginia's state institutions.