NIGP 03728: Collections: Coin, Stamp, Comic Books, etc.

NIGP 03728 Collections: Coin, Stamp, Comic Books, Etc., an Item code, encompasses print library materials and related cataloging and processing services that state and local governments procure to support public library systems. Based on recent solicitation activity, the code captures public library print acquisitions including books, audiobooks, DVDs, CDs, and materials in multiple languages, along with optional bibliographic support, MARC record cataloging, barcode application, RFID tag activation, property labeling, and integration with library management systems. Issuing bodies soliciting under this code include county library systems serving multi-branch networks and mobile library operations. The County of Ventura Library system represents a principal buyer in this space, seeking qualified vendors with demonstrated expertise in library material supply and established relationships with multiple publishers.

The County of Ventura posted RFP #6247 Public Library Print Materials and Related Services in March 2026, with proposals due April 17, 2026, soliciting print materials and optional cataloging and processing services to support thirteen library service locations and a mobile library, with an estimated annual expenditure of approximately $400,000. The RFP requires vendors to demonstrate two years of financial statements, a minimum of three client references from similar projects within the last three years, and submission of firm and fixed discount percentages from publisher's list prices across multiple material categories. The resulting contract carries an initial two-year term with options to renew for up to three additional one-year periods. Geographic activity under this code remains limited; the recent solicitation identified includes California activity only. No other recent state or local contract opportunities appear in the source block under this code.