Library books

The City of Lawrence, Massachusetts, on behalf of the Lawrence Public Schools, is seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide a variety of library books identified as an immediate need for the upcoming school year. The procured books must cover the major categories of children's, young adult, and adult fiction and non-fiction. All vendors submitting bids must be engaged in the regular business of book sales, either wholesale or retail, and carry a substantial stock of the required book categories. The contract will be awarded to the responsive and responsible bidder(s) offering the lowest total price per item, with the possibility of multiple vendors being awarded contracts. Bids are due by 11:00 AM on Wednesday, August 24, 2016, and the anticipated contract term is not specified. The procurement includes detailed pricing sheets for 67 specific book titles across various subject areas, with estimated quantities listed, and vendors must submit pricing on the provided form.

The IFB does not mention any set-aside designations or restrictions on the types of organizations that can respond. No information is provided about incumbent vendors, current contractors, or existing infrastructure or technology that requires integration. The IFB also does not specify any possible award values or budget ranges, stating only that the contract is subject to the availability of an appropriation, and no payments will be made without a fully executed purchase order certifying fund availability.