Library Books, Spoken Word, DVDs, and Digital Media

The City of Mesa issued a competitive Request for Proposals (RFP #2023056) to procure library‑related materials—including physical books, spoken‑word recordings, DVDs, and digital media—and associated services such as cataloging, order processing, and customer support. After a series of three addenda that extended the question and proposal deadlines and clarified binding requirements, the City evaluated proposals using a 1,000‑point technical and price score, requiring a minimum of 700 technical points. The three highest‑scoring vendors were awarded a three‑year, fixed‑price “requirements” contract valued at $700,000 per year, with optional two‑year renewal and a possible six‑month extension. • Scope: Supply of library books, audio recordings, DVDs, e‑books, and related support services. • Evaluation: Technical (900 pts) + Price (150 pts); minimum 700 technical points required. • Awards: Baker & Taylor, LLC; Brodart, Co.; Ingram Library Services, LLC; total annual spend $700K.