Subscriptions for Electronic Perpetual Access

This solicitation is a Request for Quotation (RFQ) issued by the USDA for “Subscriptions for Electronic Perpetual Access.” The award will be a firm‑fixed‑price contract consisting of a one‑year base period plus up to four one‑year option periods, for a maximum contract length of five years. It is a small‑business set‑aside (size standard 1,000 employees) and all responsible sources may submit quotations. The requirement is for electronic subscription services that provide perpetual access to content (likely databases, journals, or media). Offerors must submit pricing for the base year and all four option years; the contract may be extended up to six months under FAR 52.217‑8. Evaluation will be based on lowest price technically acceptable, with technical acceptability judged on the offeror’s ability to meet the Statement of Work. Past performance will also be considered. No separate pre‑bid meeting or site visit is required. The solicitation includes extensive FAR and USDA clauses governing labor, equal opportunity, DEI, and supplier‑terms compliance. • Small‑business set‑aside, unrestricted competition. • One‑year base period + four optional one‑year extensions (max 5 years). • Firm‑fixed‑price, lowest‑price‑technically‑acceptable award. • Requires full pricing for all years; optional six‑month extension possible. • Evaluation criteria: price, technical acceptability, past performance. • No pre‑bid meeting or mandatory site visit. • Contact: Brian Fien (USDA).