Books, Serials, Databases, and Library Resource Management Products

This contract vehicle provides Florida state agencies and eligible users with a comprehensive procurement mechanism for acquiring books, serials, databases, and library resource management products across four distinct lots. Lot 1 encompasses printed publications and non-print library materials, including books, print periodicals, audiovisual materials, and related optional services such as cataloging and processing. Lot 2 covers electronic publications, including electronic periodicals, eBooks, streaming audio and video content, and datasets. Lot 3 provides access to databases and subscription-based online resources, while Lot 4 offers library resource management and research support products, including holdings management systems, electronic resource management platforms, and resource sharing or document delivery request systems. This vehicle enables libraries of all types—academic, public, school, health science, and specialized—to access diverse library materials and services through a single, coordinated purchasing arrangement.

The contract is administered by the Florida Department of Management Services and includes multiple prime contractors, including Baker & Taylor LLC, Barnes & Noble Booksellers Inc., Brodart Co., Cengage Learning Inc., Children's Plus Inc., Follett Software LLC, Ingram Library Services LLC, LexisNexis Risk Solutions FL Inc., Midwest Tape LLC, Rainbow Books Inc., Textbook Warehouse LLC, West Publishing Corporation, and additional vendors. The vehicle operates as an Alternate Contract Source (ACS) leveraging master contracts originally procured by the State of New York, with an effective period from April 1, 2023, through August 31, 2027, plus five years of potential renewals. The contract provides statewide coverage throughout Florida and is classified as a firm-fixed-price contract vehicle with preferred pricing provisions. Participating agencies may place orders using the Florida Purchasing Card and MyFloridaMarketPlace eProcurement system, with vendors required to submit quarterly sales reports and comply with standard state procurement regulations.