EBSCO Serials dba EBSCO Publishing, Inc.

The Florida Department of State is seeking to procure a one-year subscription to various EBSCO serial titles, including books, magazines, journals, and newspapers from EBSCO Publishing, Inc. through a single-source acquisition process. The estimated value of the contract is $73,529.06, and the term is from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024. The agency is justifying the single-source acquisition on the basis that EBSCO is the sole provider of this particular serial titles package and that the company's interface is necessary to manage the volume of serial titles. The purchase is intended to meet the requirements of Florida Statutes Chapter 257.04 (4) by providing resources for state employees and library staff to assist with work-related projects. Prospective vendors are requested to provide information regarding their ability to supply the required commodities or services.

This contract opportunity is not designated for any specific set-aside or restricted to particular types of organizations. EBSCO Publishing, Inc. is the incumbent vendor, and no other existing infrastructure or technology integration requirements are mentioned. The contract value of $73,529.06 represents the estimated budget range for the procurement.