EBSCO Databases
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Department of the Navy, specifically NAVSUP Fleet Logistics Center Norfolk, intends to award a Firm Fixed-Price (FFP) contract on a sole source basis to EBSCO Information Services, LLC for EBSCO subscription database services and Engineering Core eBook subscriptions. This requirement supports the Naval Oceanographic Office (NAVOCEANO) at Stennis Space Center, MS. The acquisition is processed using Simplified Acquisition Procedures. Quotes are due May 12, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This opportunity is for the provision of proprietary EBSCO database services and an Engineering Core eBook Subscription. Key deliverables include:
- One database subscription service covering STM Source, Environment Complete, Applied Science & Technology Source, and Computers & Applied Sciences Complete.
- One Engineering Core eBook Subscription.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed-Price (FFP)
- Period of Performance: August 31, 2026, through August 30, 2027 (12-month coverage period)
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted (Sole Source)
- NAICS Code: 541519 (Small Business Standard: $34.0M)
- Quote Due: May 12, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST
- Published: May 5, 2026
Evaluation
Award will be made on a sole source basis to EBSCO Information Services, LLC. The evaluation will focus on determining if the price is fair and reasonable. Non-price factors will not be considered. This is a combined synopsis/solicitation, and only the initial quote will be evaluated.
Additional Notes
This is a sole source procurement due to the proprietary nature of the required EBSCO database package, which is not authorized to be sold by resellers. The reference number for this opportunity is N0018926QL131. Submissions should be sent via email to the primary contact.