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SOURCES SOUGHT Digital Newspaper and Periodicals Subscription 1.0 Description This Sources Sought is issued solely for information and planning purposes – it does not constitute a Request for Quote (R... SOURCES SOUGHT Digital Newspaper and Periodicals Subscription 1.0 Description This Sources Sought is issued solely for information and planning purposes – it does not constitute a Request for Quote (RFQ) or intent to issue a RFQ in the future. This Sources Sought does not commit the Government to contract for any service whatsoever. Furthermore, the Government is not at this time seeking proposals and will not accept unsolicited proposals. Respondents are advised that the Government will not pay for any information or administrative costs incurred in response to this Sources Sought; therefore, all costs associated with responding will be solely at the interested party’s expense. Not responding to this Sources Sought does not preclude participation in a future RFQ, if one is issued. It is the responsibility of the potential offeror to monitor www.SAM.gov for additional information pertaining to this requirement. 2.0 Background The 773d Enterprise Sourcing Squadron is seeking an existing subscription to a United States owned and located large or major newspaper with digital access and services. The product characteristics are listed below: The DoD Libraries needs access to a large or major newspaper that offers digital access to cooking and games in order to support our customers’ needs. The subscription needs to provide full access to its digital newspaper, cooking and games. The subscription needs to provide digital access to its official website and its app as a resource that will not only keep customers informed and up to date about what’s happening in the world, but also inspire them around arts and culture, guide them to smarter living and total wellness, and introduce them to diverse viewpoints and perspectives. The subscription needs a digital cookbook and cooking guide alike, available online and as an app, to help people stay motivated and organized in the kitchen. The cooking portion of the subscription can help members of the Department of Defense community think creatively about food and mealtimes, while also building confidence as they take care of their families and themselves. The games portion of the subscription needs to provide word and visual games that support learning development through play. 3.0 Requested Information Vendors responding shall specify that they can meet the requirement and provide detailed company information to show clear technical capability. Please provide the following information: • Company Name, Address, UEI, CAGE and NAICS Code • Identification of business size and whether currently designated as a small business and the appropriate categories (small business, small disadvantaged business, 8(a), service-disabled veteran-owned small business, veteran-owned small business, woman-owned small business, HUB zone, minority-owned, etc.) • Capabilities Statement 4.0 Responses All responses must be received no later than 4:00 PM Central Standard Time (CST) on September 20, 2023. Responses shall be submitted electronically to Dorothy Howe at dorothy.howe@us.af.mil and Rene Boissiere at rene.boissiere.2@us.af.mil.

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Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Digital Newspaper and Periodicals Subscription 773 Enterprise Sourcing Squadron Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) Lackland, TX 78226-1865 Date: 19 August 2023 Title: Digital... Combined Synopsis/Solicitation Digital Newspaper and Periodicals Subscription 773 Enterprise Sourcing Squadron Joint Base San Antonio (JBSA) Lackland, TX 78226-1865 Date: 19 August 2023 Title: Digital Newspaper and Periodicals Subscription Request for Quote (RFQ) / Solicitation Number: FA805223DNPS Closing Response Date: 28 August 2023 at 1:00 PM Central Standard Time (CST) Contact Point(s): Rene Boissiere, Contract Specialist Cell: (830) 313-0477 Email: rene.boissiere.2@us.af.mil 1. Description: This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in Subpart 12.6, as supplemented with additional information, included in this notice. This announcement constitutes the only solicitation; quotes are being requested and a written solicitation will not be issued. This requirement shall be under NAICS 516210 with a size standard of $47 million US dollars. The Department of the Air Force, Air Force Installation Contracting Center (AFICC), 773 Enterprise Sourcing Squadron (ESS) has a requirement for the provision of the Aviation Safety Compliance Subscription per the attached Product Description. 2. Requirement: The mission of Department of Defense (DoD) Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) Libraries is outlined in DoDI 1015.10 stating DoD Libraries will provide information resources and services required to accomplish the mission. The libraries support military personnel assigned to contingency operations, remote sites, and military missions IAW DoDI 1015.10, Military Morale, Welfare, and Recreation Programs. The program provides professional military and voluntary education programs materials and services. Libraries also provide facilities, resources, and services to enhance the quality of life, regeneration, and resiliency for authorized customers. The DoD Library Consortium exists to create partnerships among the libraries within the various services of the DoD. They cooperatively acquire materials that are made available to military and civilian employees across the DoD. These resources relate to various overarching goals of the DoD such as recreation, physical wellness, emotional resiliency, and educational pursuits. To meet these needs, the 773d Enterprise Sourcing Squadron is seeking a digital newspaper and periodicals subscription. The DoD Libraries needs access to a major digital newspaper, cooking and games in order to support our customers’ needs. The subscription needs to provide full access to its digital newspaper, cooking and games. The subscription needs to provide digital access to its official website and its app as a resource that will not only keep customers informed and up to date about what’s happening in the world, but also inspire them around arts and culture, guide them to smarter living and total wellness, and introduce them to diverse viewpoints and perspectives. The subscription needs a digital cookbook and cooking guide alike, available online and as an app, to help people stay motivated and organized in the kitchen. The cooking portion of the subscription can help members of the DoD community think creatively about food and mealtimes, while also building confidence as they take care of their families and themselves. The games portion of the subscription needs to provide word and visual games that support learning development through play. Performance shall be according to the requirements contained in the Product Description. 3. Period of Performance: The Period of Performance (POP) is for a 12-month base period of performance and three (3) 12-month option periods. The period of performance for this contract action shall not exceed 12-months per base period and 12-months per each option period. Estimated Schedule POP Start POP End Base Period 30 September 2023 29 September 2024 Option Period 30 September 2024 29 September 2025 Option Period 30 September 2025 29 September 2026 Option Period 30 September 2026 29 September 2027 4. Questions: The Government will accept questions concerning solicitation number FA805223DNPS until 23 August 2023 at 1:00 PM CST. Email your questions to rene.boissiere.2@us.af.mil. Any questions received after this date and time need not be considered. 5. Quotes Due Date: Quotes must be submitted electronically to the Contract Specialist/Contracting Officer, Rene Boissiere, via e-mail at rene.boissiere.2@us.af.mil. Quotes must conform to the requirements of this solicitation and be received no later than 28 August 2023 at 1:00 PM CST. It is the responsibility of the offeror to ensure that the quotes and its attachments are received. Any quotes received after designated closing date and time need not be considered. Quotes must include aggregate total of base plus all option year CLINS on Pricing Schedule B (IAW FAR 52.217-5 Evaluation of Options). All quotes shall conform to the Contract Line Item Number (CLIN) structure of the attached Pricing Schedule B. 6. Notice to Vendor(s): The Government reserves the right to cancel this solicitation, either before or after the closing date. In the event the Government cancels this solicitation, the Government has no obligation to reimburse Vendors for any costs. Respondent understands and agrees that it submits its quote at its own risk and expense, and releases 773 ESS/PK from any claim for damages or other liability arising out of the posting process. 773 ESS/PK shall not be liable for any errors in Vendor's response. Vendor is responsible for careful review of its entire response to ensure that all information is correct and complete. Vendors are liable for all error or omissions contained in their responses. All informational material submitted in response to this posting becomes the property of 773 ESS/PK and shall not be returned. 7. Period of Acceptance of Quotes: The Vendor agrees to hold the prices in its quote firm for 60 calendar days from the date specified for receipt of offers. 8. Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF): Include in the quote that a Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) account has been initiated or already established (DoD) has mandated the use of WAWF. All invoices shall be submitted using Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF). To get more information about how to register for WAWF contractors can go to the following web site and download the Contract Pay information: http://www.dfas.mil/contractorpay/ContractPayInformation.pdf. 9. SAM Registration: Firms submitting a quote subsequent to the solicitation described herein, MUST be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) database, or risk the quote as being non-responsive, regardless if the package is considered complete, timely or any other salient consideration. Information to register on SAM can be found at the web site, SAM.gov | Home . List of Attachments: Product Description Pricing Schedule B Provisions and Clauses; Instructions to Offerors; Eval Criteria