INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE: EBSCO MLA International Bibliography Database
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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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 Army, MICC-West Point, has issued an Intent to Sole Source for the EBSCO MLA International Bibliography Database. This presolicitation aims to acquire digital access to academic journals and the MLA International Bibliography for the United States Military Academy Library. The Government intends to negotiate with EBSCO Industries Inc. as the sole provider. However, other responsible sources may submit capability statements, proposals, or quotations for consideration. Responses are due by February 23, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
Scope of Work
This is a new requirement to provide digital access to academic journals and the MLA International Bibliography database. The service is specifically for the United States Military Academy Library located in West Point, NY.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Intent to Sole Source (Presolicitation)
- Authority: FAR 13-106-1(b)(1)(i) "Only one source reasonably available"
- Intended Contractor: EBSCO Industries Inc.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)
- NAICS Code: 519290 – Web Search Portals and All Other Information Services (Size Standard: 1,000 employees)
- Response Due: February 23, 2026, by 12:00 PM Eastern Standard Time (EST)
- Published: February 18, 2026
- Place of Performance: West Point, NY 10996, United States
Evaluation
This notice is not a request for competitive proposals. However, any responsible source believing it can meet the requirement may submit a capability statement, proposal, or quotation. These will be considered by the agency if received by the closing date. The determination not to compete is solely at the Government's discretion.
Additional Notes
Submissions should be sent via email to Soung Gibbons at soung.h.gibbons.civ@army.mil.