EBSCO Serials Subscription

The State of Florida, through the Department of State, is seeking a one-year subscription to various EBSCO serial titles, including books, magazines, journals, and newspapers, through a single source procurement. The total estimated dollar amount for the subscription is $73,529.06, with a service period from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024. The procurement meets the requirements of Florida Statutes Chapter 257.04 (4) by providing resources for state employees and library staff to assist with work-related projects. EBSCO Publishing, Inc. is identified as the sole source for this serials package, as no other vendor provides the necessary interface to manage the volume of serial titles.

The procurement is restricted to EBSCO Publishing, Inc. as the sole source vendor for this specific serials package. No other vendors can provide the required interface to manage the volume of serial titles. There is no indication of any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond, and no information is provided about any incumbent vendors or current contractors. The procurement does not specify any existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration, and the budget for the subscription is $73,529.06.