7630 - SPRINGER NATURE ONLINE SCHOLARLY- Journals

This pre-solicitation notice seeks online access to scholarly journals published by Springer Nature. The Department of the Navy Naval Supply Systems Command intends to procure these subscription services to support research activities. Offerors must demonstrate the ability to provide online access to the full text of thousands of journals across scientific disciplines. Proposals will be evaluated based on journal content and coverage, platform functionality, customer service and support. All questions are due by December 20, 2023.

There is no set-aside designation for this procurement. The primary NAICS code is 511190 for other information services, while the dominant PSC code relates to printed library materials. Springer Nature is the expected incumbent, as they currently supply similar journal subscriptions to the agency. As this is a pre-solicitation notice, specific budget or award amounts are not provided. The services will be for an initial period of performance with options to extend access to the online journals over multiple years.