1.04 SSJ Credo_Redacted.pdf
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This is a Justification for Sole Source document under FAR 12.102(a) Simplified Procedures filed by the Naval Supply Fleet Logistics Center, Norfolk Contracting, Regional Directorate, Groton on behalf of the U.S. Naval War College (NWC) Library.
The procurement (Request/Document number 1301360655) is for renewal of Infobase's Credo Reference Academic Core, an online searchable database containing over 900 authoritative, full-text reference books including encyclopedias, dictionaries, and handbooks designed to support academic research in higher education. The database includes images, maps, and videos to enhance information literacy. The estimated total cost (including options) is $36,874.92. The base contract period runs from September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2027, with four optional one-year renewal periods extending through August 31, 2031. CAGE Code 1ZC17 is assigned to InfoBase Holding Inc. The justification cites three primary grounds for sole source procurement: (1) the Credo Reference Academic Core is specifically configured to integrate with NWC's existing electronic library management systems, including Alma Library Services Platform (LSP), Primo discovery system, and Springshare library software; (2) system compatibility requirements necessitate continuation of the existing subscription to maintain uniformity and patron access both on and off campus; and (3) proprietary data and copyright restrictions—Infobase exclusively owns and publishes Credo's products with no comparable alternatives available from other vendors. Market research confirmed no suitable alternatives exist through mandatory sources (UNICOR, AbilityOne, GSA) or other commercial channels, though a Library of Congress IDIQ contract (LCFDL25D0017) is held by Infobase. The requiring activity and contracting officer certified completion and accuracy of information on July 22, 2026, and July 23, 2026, respectively.
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Source Selection Information – See FAR 2.101 and 3.104 so that this collection is available to patrons via the online catalog Primo whether they are on campus or off campus.
Market research was conducted against mandatory sources such as UNICOR, AbilityOne and GSA which yielded negative results. Additional market research showed that there is a Library of Congress IDIQ LCFDL25D0017 held by Infobase.
Infobase is the only known publisher and database that can provide access to these specific publications and resources. No other known source in the marketplace to date can provide the necessary resources to fulfill the needs of the government under this requirement.
The supplies or services must be compatible in all aspects (form, fit and function) with existing systems presently installed/performing. Describe the equipment/function you have now and how the new item/service must coordinate, connect, or interface with the existing system.
The Naval War College currently has access to Infobase Credo references under a procurement made with a government purchase card, which expires 31 August 2026. In order to maintain uniformity a direct follow-on contract is required.
☒ A patent, copyright or proprietary data limits competition.
The proprietary data is owned and maintained by Infobase. There is currently no comparable published references works offered by any other vendor, as no one else has the rights to Credo’s products and services.
TECHNICAL/REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATION:
I CERTIFY THAT THE INFORMATION PROVIDED ABOVE IS COMPLETE AND ACCURATE TO THE BEST OF
MY KNOWLEDGE. I UNDERSTAND THAT THE PROCESSING OF THIS SOLE SOURCE JUSTIFICATION
PRECLUDES THE USE OF FULL AND OPEN COMPETITION.
I HEREBY DETERMINE THAT THE CIRCUMSTANCES JUSTIFYING ONLY ONE SOURCE IS REASONABLY
AVAILABLE APPLIES TO THE CONTRACT ACTION.
Date
Requiring Activity
Contracting Officer Signature Date
NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center, Norfolk Contracting, Regional Directorate, Groton
NWC Library
7/22/26
7/23/26
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