THIS IS NOT A REQUEST FOR QUOTES. PURSUANT TO REVOLUTIONARY FAR OVERHAUL (RFO) 5.101(a), THIS IS A NOTICE OF THE GOVERNMENT’S INTENT TO ISSUE A SOLE SOURCE AWARD CONTRACT TO OCLC, INC FOR LIBRARY TECHNICAL SUPPORT SERVICES
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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 Washington Headquarters Services, Acquisition Directorate (WHS/AD), on behalf of the Executive Services Directorate (ESD), has issued a Notice of Intent to Award a Sole Source Contract to OCLC, Inc. for Library Technical Services Subscription Support Services. This action is pursuant to RFO 5.101(a) and 41 U.S.C. 1901. The estimated value of the contract is $18,042.77. This is not a request for proposals or quotations.
Scope of Work
OCLC, Inc. will provide essential library technical support services to the History and Library Directorate (HLD) to ensure staff and patron access to Pentagon library and other library resources. Key services include:
- Access to online cataloging resources.
- An extensive database of library holdings.
- Resources and workflows to support interlibrary loans (identifying materials, borrowing/lending).
- A hosted proxy service for database access for library patrons.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Sole Source Award Intent (Special Notice)
- Authority: 41 U.S.C. 1901 under RFO 12.201 "Simplified Procedures"
- Estimated Value: $18,042.77
- NAICS Code: 519210 Library and Archives (Small Business Size Standard: $21 Million)
- Response Deadline: May 4, 2026, at 10:00 A.M. ET
- Published Date: April 29, 2026
Evaluation
This notice is for informational purposes only. The Government intends to award to OCLC, Inc. due to their proprietary systems, WorldCat database, and integrated library management/resource-sharing platforms, which are deemed unique and essential. Interested parties who believe they can provide these services must submit their capabilities via email to whs.mc-alex.ad.mbx.ks@mail.mil, referencing notice number JH021120261035, by the deadline. Information received will be used solely to determine if a competitive procurement is in the Government's best interest.
Additional Notes
The Government reserves the right to cancel the Sole Source Award. Requests for copies of a solicitation will not be honored.