John Wiley and Sons Inc. Journal Subscription
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 U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Rock Island District, intends to procure online access to the complete John Wiley & Sons Inc. Journal Subscription. This is a Firm Fixed-Price acquisition for a base period and four option years, extending through December 31, 2030. Award will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Offers are due by April 2, 2026, at 02:00 PM CT.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for online access to the John Wiley and Sons journal database. Key deliverables and requirements include:
- Full online access to the journal database, including images, tables, and graphs.
- Availability of newest issues without time embargoes.
- Provision of website/database support staff for IP modifications and technical issues.
- Supply of usage statistics upon request.
- A single website database providing right of entry.
- All material must be delivered by April 20, 2026.
Contract & Timeline
- Opportunity Type: Solicitation (RFQ W912EK26QA021)
- Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price
- Period of Performance: Base period from April 15, 2026, to December 31, 2026, with four option periods extending through December 31, 2030.
- Solicitation Issue Date: March 19, 2026
- Offer Due Date: April 02, 2026, 02:00 PM CT
- Set-Aside: Unrestricted, with a potential price evaluation preference for HUBZone small business concerns.
Evaluation & Submission
Award will be based on Lowest Price Technically Acceptable (LPTA). Offerors must:
- Complete and sign the required blocks on the SF1449 form.
- Include the Solicitation Number (W912EK26QA021) on the envelope or email subject line.
- Be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) prior to award.
Contact Information
For additional information, contact Eric J. Gaul at eric.j.gaul@usace.army.mil.