Intent to Sole Source - JSTOR Journal Subscription Renewal
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
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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 US Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District, has issued an Intent to Sole Source for the renewal of JSTOR Arts & Sciences and Biological Science Journals online access. The agency intends to award a fixed-price contract to ITHAKA of New York, New York. This notice is not a request for competitive quotes, but small businesses believing they can meet the requirement are invited to submit capability statements by May 8, 2026, 10:00 AM CT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for online access to JSTOR Arts & Sciences and Biological Science Journals. This procurement falls under NAICS code 513120 (Newspapers And Periodicals) with a size standard of 1000 employees. The place of performance is Rock Island, IL.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Fixed-Price, Sole Source (Intent to Award)
- Intended Awardee: ITHAKA
- Response Due: May 8, 2026, 10:00 AM CT
- Published: May 1, 2026
Evaluation
Responses from interested small businesses will be considered solely for the purpose of determining whether to conduct a competitive procurement. A determination by the government not to compete this proposed contract based on responses is at their discretion. The government will not reimburse costs for preparing capability statements.
Additional Notes
This is an intent to sole source under 10 U.S.C. 2304(c)(1) as implemented by FAR 12.102(b), citing "Only One reasonable available." No solicitation will be issued. Capability statements must furnish supporting evidence in sufficient detail to demonstrate the ability to comply with the requirement. Questions should be directed to Eric Gaul.