In plain English
Massachusetts seeks online subject-specific reference and research databases for remote use by libraries and library patrons. Publishers, value-added resellers, and third-party vendors representing electronic content may submit proposals. The selected products will become part of the statewide core electronic resources for Massachusetts libraries; proposals are submitted through COMMBUYS.
About this bid
Publishers of online content, value-added resellers, or third-party vendors representing electronic subject specific reference content with remote access for libraries and library patrons may submit proposals. The product(s) selected will serve as part of the core set of statewide electronic resources for Massachusetts libraries. Point of contact: Tanesha Deane ([email protected]). Solicitation BD-27-1007-1007C-1007L-133437 from Board of Library Commissioners. Full documents and how to quote are on COMMBUYS, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts procurement portal (viewing is public; quoting needs a free COMMBUYS sign-in).
Details
- Agency
- 1007CONVD - MA Board of Library Commissioners
- Classification (PSC)
- Information Technology Broadcasting and Telecommunications (UNSPSC 43-23-25)
- Place of performance
- Boston, Massachusetts
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Documents
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- Intent to Post - Subject Reference
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