This Combined Synopsis/Solicitation opportunity was posted on August 23, 2005. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Top

99--books

Closed

051625Federal

Submission Closed08/25/2005, 05:00:00 AM UTC

Contract Overview

Solicitation details, issuing organization, response deadlines, documents, and interested companies for this government contract opportunity.

Active Opportunities Like This One

NAICS: 459210

New

SLED

Library, Media & Digital ContentThis subcontract for Library, Media and Digital Content focuses on providing digital content, e-books, and media subscriptions for district libraries supporting prime contractors on Katy ISD projects. The scope of work involves the delivery of active digital content subscriptions and media content licenses facilitated through specialized digital content platforms. To ensure accessibility and safety, the contract mandates that all provided services operate within CIPA-compliant environments and adhere to WCAG 2.1 AA compliance standards. Interested parties should note the response deadline of December 1, 2026, for this procurement effort managed by the Purchasing agency in Texas.

POSTED

DEADLINE

Bookstore and Textbook Rental Services for UW-Eau Claire

Solicitation # 2027-UWSYS-01489-RFB

The University of Wisconsin System is seeking bids for the daily management and operation of the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire Bookstore and Text Rental Services. This solicitation, identified as event number 2027-UWSYS-01489-RFB, is open for responses starting October 21, 2026, with a final submission deadline of November 23, 2026. All bids and related communications must be processed through the designated online procurement portal. Key dates for interested vendors include a site survey and inspection scheduled for November 4, 2026, and a deadline for submitting written questions by November 10, 2026, at 2:00 PM. Primary coordination for this project is handled by Heidi Wallner within the University of Wisconsin System Administration. Technical assistance for the supplier portal is available through the Jaggaer Supplier Support team.

University of Wisconsin System Administration

POSTED

DEADLINE

Library Book Physical Processing and FinishingThis subcontract for Library Book Physical Processing and Finishing supports prime contractors on projects for the Somerset County Library in New Jersey. The scope of work involves the comprehensive physical preparation of library materials to ensure they are shelf-ready. Key tasks include applying custom author, title, and call number labels, as well as barcodes and ownership labels. Additionally, the contractor is responsible for installing Mylar jackets on hardcovers, laminating paperback covers, applying spine labels, and removing shrink-wrap from digital media. The opportunity was posted on October 20, 2026, with a response deadline of November 20, 2026. It is categorized under NAICS code 459210. The selected provider will be responsible for the final delivery of all processed books and media to the agency.

Somerset County Library

POSTED

DEADLINE

Bookstore Retail Services

Solicitation # SRC-WSU-2027-000628-RFP

Winona State University, through the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, is soliciting proposals for comprehensive bookstore retail services. The selected vendor will manage the on-site campus store located in Kryzsko Commons, as well as provide textbook services including new, used, digital, and rental options, custom printing for open source materials, and Inclusive Access services. Key operational requirements include the implementation of a faculty adoption system, online ordering with direct shipping, end-of-term buyback plans, and LMS integration via D2L. Performance will extend to alternate locations, including residence halls and the Rochester Campus, with all primary deliveries routed through the Kryzsko Commons loading dock. Proposals are due by November 5, 2026, and will be evaluated based on vendor qualifications, work plan, financials, technology, accessibility, and staffing. A critical requirement for consideration is the submission of a signed and notarized Affidavit of Non-Collusion, as failure to provide this will result in disqualification. Vendors must propose a pricing structure detailing gross margins for various product categories and a tiered commission model for course materials and general merchandise. Additionally, the vendor must maintain a Store Security Plan in coordination with the Director of Campus Safety and provide documentation of a robust information security program, such as a SOC 2 Type II report or ISO/IEC 27001 certification.

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System

POSTED

DEADLINE

UCR-RFP-2026-MB330-DEPT#AUXDIV BOOKSTORE

Solicitation # 19509

UC Riverside, part of the University of California System, has issued solicitation number 19500 for the management or operation of the auxiliary division bookstore. This opportunity is categorized under NAICS code 459210 and is open for responses until November 3, 2026, at 2:59 PM. Interested parties can coordinate with the designated buyer, Matt Burke, regarding the submission process. The solicitation was officially posted on October 8, 2026, and further details and application materials are available through the organization's sourcing portal.

POSTED

DEADLINE

Bookstore Management Services

Solicitation # FY2026-RFP-066

The Collin County Community College District is soliciting proposals for Bookstore Management Services under solicitation number FY2026-RFP-066. The selected firm will provide full-scale retail services, including the management of traditional on-campus and online bookstores as well as Inclusive Access Models for digital course materials. The scope of work encompasses the provision of all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to support textbooks, Open Educational Resources, lab kits, and college merchandise across campuses in Frisco, Celina, McKinney, Tech, and Wylie. The contract is designed for an initial five-year term with an option for a five-year renewal, and the District may further extend the agreement on a month-to-month basis for up to twelve months. Proposals are due by November 20, 2026, via the OpenGov procurement portal. Evaluation is based on a weighted system focusing on the price proposal, proposed approach and methodology, and references. Financial submissions must include detailed pricing tables and guaranteed financial commitments across various operational scenarios. Award notification is anticipated following Board Trustees approval on January 26, 2026. The successful vendor must comply with various regulatory standards, including the Americans with Disabilities Act, FERPA, and Texas Government Code cybersecurity training requirements. Additionally, performance and payment bonds are required for bids exceeding specific monetary thresholds, and all course materials must be available by the first day of each semester.

COLLIN COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT

POSTED

DEADLINE

RFP 27-02 Digital First Course Material and Campus Retail Solution

Solicitation # 27-02

Montclair State University is soliciting proposals for RFP 27-02 to establish a Digital First Course Material and Campus Retail Solution across its Montclair and Bloomfield campuses. The project is divided into two distinct scopes: Scope A focuses on a digital-first textbook and course materials platform that provides faculty adoption tools and economical access options for students in multiple formats, while Scope B involves a modernized, brand-forward campus retail program integrating physical, mobile, and e-commerce merchandise services. The university seeks a strategic partner with at least three years of experience to implement these technology-enabled services, with the intent to award a contract based on the most advantageous proposal considering price and technical qualifications. The resulting contract will have an initial term of ten years with an option to renew for an additional ten years. The selected contractor will operate on a commission basis, remitting revenue to the university at least monthly and maintaining a separate bank account for all collected funds. Key requirements include ADA and WCAG compliance for digital platforms, adherence to New Jersey state laws regarding prompt payment and equal employment, and the provision of a dedicated account management team. Proposals must be submitted via the Workday Strategic Sourcing portal by November 18, 2026, at 2:00 p.m., and must include a Statement of Qualifications and a detailed financial pro forma.

Montclair State University

POSTED

DEADLINE

Religious Text Procurement – Bible, TanakhThe contract involves the procurement and delivery of ten units of the religious text titled BIBLE, TANAKH, encompassing all stages from sourcing and manufacturing to packaging and labeling, with final delivery arranged under FOB Destination terms. This subcontract, issued by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense, falls under NAICS code 459210, which pertains to religious goods and literature retail. The posting date indicates the opportunity was made available on July 15, 2026, and performance is expected to be executed in accordance with standard military supply chain protocols, though the specific delivery location remains unspecified. The contract is tied to a specific award referenced through the DIBBS system, suggesting formal tracking and accountability within the Department of Defense procurement framework.

Defense Logistics Agency

POSTED

DEADLINE

Supply of Christian Religious Items (Non-Bible)The contract entails the procurement and delivery of non-Bible Christian religious items including DVDs, books, apparel, and worship supplies across 323 contract line item numbers, with all items sourced, packaged, and shipped globally to U.S. military and government locations. The scope covers end-to-end supply chain management to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment of religious materials for service members and personnel, prioritizing quality and cultural appropriateness in item selection and presentation. This is a subcontract under the Department of Defense, managed by the Defense Logistics Agency, aligned with NAICS code 459210 for religious goods retail. Although the solicitation number and specific office details are not provided, the contract was posted on July 14, 2026, and is actively available for performance through the DIBBS system under award reference SPE1C125D0088 and delivery reference SPE1C126F5194. The contract does not specify a set-aside classification, indicating open competition among qualified vendors.

Defense Logistics Agency

POSTED

DEADLINE

Supply of Islamic Religious Books and Ecclesiastical MaterialsThis subcontract, managed by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense, involves the procurement and delivery of Islamic religious texts and ecclesiastical materials. A primary focus of the supply is the provision of The Muslim MAR and other related items intended to support military chaplaincy programs. The contract is categorized under NAICS code 459210 and was posted on June 26, 2026. It ensures that necessary religious resources are available to meet the spiritual needs of personnel within the military framework through the acquisition of specialized books and religious supplies.

Defense Logistics Agency

POSTED

DEADLINE

Supply of Pocket Prayer Books (Commercial Off-the-Shelf Item)The contract entails the procurement and delivery of five units of a commercially available pocket-sized prayer book identified by NSN 9925014601120, classified as a commercial off-the-shelf item with no customization, modifications, or additional services required. This is a firm-fixed-price delivery order under a subcontract, ensuring predictable pricing and straightforward fulfillment without contingent costs or complex requirements. The product is standard, readily available in the commercial market, and intended for direct delivery without specialized handling or installation. The contracting agency is the Defense Logistics Agency, operating under the Department of Defense, with the procurement categorized under NAICS code 459210, which relates to religious goods retail. The solicitation was posted on June 25, 2026, and the order is processed through the DIBBS system with a public reference link for tracking. There is no set-aside designation, and no specific point of contact or performance location details are provided, indicating a routine supply transaction with minimal administrative overhead. The focus is purely on receiving and delivering the specified quantity of the pre-existing commercially available product.

Defense Logistics Agency

POSTED

DEADLINE

Religious Text Procurement and DistributionThis subcontract, managed by the Defense Logistics Agency under the Department of Defense, governs the procurement, packaging, and distribution of Tanakh Hebrew Bible texts. The scope of work requires strict adherence to federal specifications, emphasizing the use of sustainable materials for packaging, accurate labeling, and the implementation of traceable shipping methods to ensure secure delivery. Classified under NAICS code 459210, the agreement focuses on the specialized logistics and sourcing of religious texts. The contract ensures that all deliverables meet government standards for quality and environmental sustainability while maintaining a transparent supply chain from procurement to final distribution.

Defense Logistics Agency

POSTED

4 months ago

DEADLINE

N/A

General Info

Agency

N/A

NAICS

459210 - Book Retailers and News Dealers

Place of Performance

Apo, AE 09721 09721-9998

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

Depot Road Pathway Spanish Moss Trail Improvements Bid Plans

specifications

High

IFB 051625 Depot Road Pathway

ifb

High

S-6 Depot Road Pathway Project IFB Forms, Provisions, Appendices

ifb-forms-provisions-appendices

High

AI Contract Breakdown

Uniform Contract Format

Timeline

2 updates

PhaseClosed

PostedAug 15

Combined Synopsis

Notice updatedAug 17

The notice description changed.

Notice updatedAug 23

Response deadline changed from Aug 18, 2005 to Aug 25, 2005. The notice description changed.

Response DeadlineAug 25

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

08/25/2005, 05:00:00 AM UTC

Find active opportunities like this

Start your free trial to discover similar active contracts, track opportunities, and build proposals with AI assistance.

Organization & Contact Information

AgencyN/A

ContactsNo contacts available

OfficeN/A

Organization / Agency

N/A

Office AddressN/A

ContactsNo contact information available

Full Description

AMENDMENT NOTICE: This is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with the format in FAR Subpart 12.6, in conjunction with FAR 13.5, and 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. The solicitation number is 051625 and is issued as a request for quotation (RFQ). The solicitation document and incorporated provisions and clauses are those in effect through Federal Acquisition Circular . The associated North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) code for this procurement is with a small business size standard of 0 employees. This requirement is unrestricted and only interested offerors may submit a quote. The solicitation pricing on www.FedBid.com will start on the date this solicitation is posted and will end on Thursday, August 25, 2005 at 16:00:00 Eastern Time or as otherwise displayed at www.FedBid.com. FOB Destination shall be Apo, AE 09721 The Department of State requires the following items, EXACT MATCH ONLY, to the following: LI 001, 594200297 Democracy Matters: Winning the Fight Against Imperialism, Cornell West, Penguin, 2004,, 28, EA; LI 002, 031233849, Weapons of Mass Distraction: Soft Power and American Empire, Matthew Fraser, Thomas Dunne BKs, 2005, 28, EA; LI 003, 0312325436, The American Revelation: Then Ideas That Shaped Our Country from Puritans to the Cold War, Neil Baldwin, St.Martin's, 2005, 28, EA; LI 004, 18829226935, The American Cause, Russell Kirk, ISI Books, 2003, 28, EA; LI 005, 0316277665, They Made America: From the Steam Engine to the Search Engine: Two Centures of Innovators, Harold Evans, Brown, Little, 2004, 28, EA; LI 006, O375414576, My Life, Bill Clinton, Alfred A. Knopf, , 2004,, 28, EA; LI 007, O375756450, Dutch: A Memoir of Ronald Reagan, Edmund Morris, Random House Publishing Group , 2000, 28, EA; LI 008, O812966007, Theodore Rex, Edmund Morris, Random House Publishing Group, 2002, 28, EA; LI 009, O743223136, John Adams, David McCullough, Simon & Schuster Adult Publishing Group, 2002,, 28, EA; LI 010, O394720954, Master of the Senate: The Years of Lyndon Johnson, Robert Caro, Vintage Books, 2003, 28, EA; LI 011, 1400040310, His Excellency: George Washington, Joseph J. Ellis, Knopf , 2004,, 28, EA; LI 012, 1401352081, Big Russ and Me, Tim Russert, Miramax Books, 2004, 28, EA; LI 013, 159071038X, Character: Profiles in Presidential Courage, Chris, 28, EA; LI 014, . OO60731583, American Soldier, Tommy Franks, HarperCollins, 2004,, 28, EA; LI 015, 0781808324, Wedded StraNgers: The Challenge of Russian-American Marriage, Lynn Vission, Hippocrene,, 28, EA; LI 016, O618197249, Somewhere in America:Under the Radar With Chicken > Warriors, Left-Wing Patriots, Angry Nudists, and Others, Mark Singer, Houghton Mifflin Company, 2005, 28, EA; LI 017, O670033057, Ten Minutes from Normal, Karen Hughes, Viking, 2004, 28, EA; LI 018, OO60090251, Founding Mothers: The Women Who Raised Our Nation, Cokie Roberts, HarperCollins, 2004, 28, EA; LI 019, O742542343, The Internet in Public Life, Verna Gehring, Rowman & Littlefield, 2004,, 28, EA; LI 020, O742535401, Educating for Democracy: Paideia in an Age of Uncertainty, Alan Olson, David Steiner, , Rowman & Littlefield, 2004, 28, EA; LI 021, . O742508269, Intellectuals and the American Presidency: , Tevi Troy, Rowman & Littlefield, 2003, 28, EA; LI 022, O393060411, The 9/11 Commission Report: Final Report of the National > Commission on Terrorist Attacks, National Commission on Terrorist Attacks, W. W. Norton & Company, 2004,, 28, EA; LI 023, O399151753, The Pentagon's New Map, Thomas P. M. Barnett, Putnam , 2004,, 28, EA; LI 024, O374292884, The World is Flat: A Brief History of the Twenty-first Century, Thomas L. Friedman, Farrar, Straus and Girou, 2005, 28, EA; LI 025, 1583226281, Voices of A People's History of the United States, Howard Zinn , Seven Stories Press, 2004, 28, EA; LI 026, O679775447, Pragmatism: A Reader, Louis Menand, Vintage, 1997, 28, EA; LI 027, O807827940, Drawing on America's Past: Folk Art, Modernism, and the > Index of American Design, Virginia Tuttle Clayton, Elizabeth Stillinger, University of North Carolina Press, 2003, 28, EA; LI 028, 1400052564 The Experts' Guide to 100 Things Everyone Should Know How to Do, Samantha Ettus, ClarksonPorter, 2005, 28, EA; LI 029, Economics, Business, Marketing 185788213X, Business Beyond the Box: Applying Your Mind for Breakthrough Results, John O'Keeffe, Nicholas Brealey, 1999, 28, EA; LI 030, O684841487, COMPETITIVE STRATEGY : TECHNIQUES FOR ANALYZING INDUSTRIES AND COMPETITORS, Michael Porter, Free Press, 1998, 28, EA; LI 031, OO607773132X, Freakonomics : A Rogue Economist Explores the Hidden Side of Everything, Stephen Levitt, William Morrow, 2005, 28, EA; LI 032, 68981384 The Architecture of American Embassies: Building Diplomates, Joan Loeffer, Princeton, 2004, 28, EA; LI 033, O4665081436, Applied Economics: Thinking Beyond Stage One, Thomas Sowell, Basic Books, 2003,, 28, EA; LI 034, O13145501X, The Secrets of Economic Indicators: Hidden Clues to Future > Economic Trends and Investment Opportunities, Bernard Baumohl, Wharton School, 2004, 28, EA; LI 035, O131435264, SCORE!:A Better Way to Do Business:Moving from Conflict to Collaboartion, Thomas Stallkamp, Wharton , 2005, 28, EA; LI 036, O471213268, Designing Brand Identity:A Complete Guide to Creating, Building, and Maintaining , Alina Wheeler, Wiley, 2003, 28, EA; LI 037, 1581150784, Emotional Branding:The New Paradigm for Connecting Brands to People, Marc Gobe, Watson-Guptill, 2001, 28, EA; LI 038, 0609610880 MBA in a box, Joel Kurtzma, CrpwnBusiness, 28, EA; LI 039, 0910965668 The Sceptical Business Searcher, Robert Berkman, CyberAge Books,, 28, EA; LI 040, Female and Islamic . 0807082836 Living Islam out Loud: American Muslim Women Speak, Saleemah Abdul-Gh, Beacon, 28, EA; LI 041, 1566565693 Shattering the Stereotypes: Muslim Women Speak Out, Fawza Afzal-Khan, Olive Branch, 28 EA http://www.docurama.com Documentaries, 28, EA; LI 042, Best Boy (DVD), the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 043, Decade Under the Influence (DVD) the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 044, Paradise Lost 2:Revelations (VHS) the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 045, Climb Against the Odds (VHS the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 046, Go Tigers! (VHS),the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 047, Shaolin Ulysses (DVD)the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 048, Roots of Rhythm (VHS)the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 049, The 11th of September:Moyers Conversation (VHS), the latestversion of movies, 28, EA; LI 050, See How They Run (DVD), the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 051, Farmingville (VHS) the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 052, Atomic Cafe (VHS), the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 053, Silverlake Life:The View From Here (VHS), the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 054, Sound and Fury (VHS), the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 055, The Weather Underground (VHS), the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 056, Southern Comfort (VHS), 28, EA; LI 057, Primary (VHS) the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 058, Crisis, (VHS), the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 059, John Lee Hooker:That's My Story (VHS), the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 060, On the Road with Duke Ellington (VHS) the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 061, Pie in the Sky:the Brigid Berlin Story (VHS), the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 062, The True Meaning (DVD), the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 063, Main Stream (VHS), 28 EA the latest version of movies, 28, EA; LI 064, Hester Street (VHS), 28, EA; LI 065, Billy Collins: On the Road with poet Laureate (DVD), 28, EA; LI 066, JFK: A Presidency Revealed (DVD), 28, EA; LI 067, Slam Nation: The Sport of Spoken World (DVD), 28, EA; LI 068, The World's Greatest Fair (DVD), 28, EA; LI 069, Trails of the Midnight Sun (DVD), 28, EA; LI 070, Broadway: The American Musical (DVD), 28, EA; LI 071, 0195170768 Oxford American Writer's Treasurus,, 28, EA; LI 072, 0792261313 National Geographic Historical atlas of the U.S, 28, EA; LI 073, 0792273192 National Geographic Historical Encyclopedia of Space, 28, EA; LI 074, 09792275438 National Geographic Atlas of the World (8th edition, 28, EA; LI 075, 1402203284 Encyclopedia Britanica Almanac,, 28, EA; LI 076, 0740109383 State Rankings 2005: A Statitical view of the 50 United States (CD-ROM), 28, EA; For this solicitation, Department of State intends to conduct an online competitive reverse auction to be facilitated by the third-party reverse auction provider, FedBid, Inc. FedBid has developed an online, anonymous, browser based application to conduct the reverse auction. An Offeror may submit a series of pricing quotes, which descend in price during the specified period of time for the aforementioned reverse auction. Department of State is taking this action in a an effort to improve vendor access and awareness of requests while expediting its ability to gather multiple, completed, real-time offers. All responsible Offerors that respond to this solicitation MUST submit the pricing portion of their offer using the online exchange located at www.FedBid.com. There is no cost to register, review procurement data or make an offer on www.FedBid.com. Offerors that are not currently registered to use www.FedBid.com should proceed to www.FedBid.com to complete their free registration. Offerors that require special considerations or assistance may contact the FedBid Helpdesk at 877-9FEDBID (+1 (555) 000-0000) or via email at contact@example.gov. Offerors may not artificially manipulate the price of a transaction on www.FedBid.com by any means. It is unacceptable to place bad faith offers, to use decoys in the www.FedBid.com process or to collude with the intent or effect of hampering the competitive www.FedBid.com process. Should offerors require additional clarification, contact Marina Sigidina at contact@example.gov or FedBid.com at 877-9FEDBID (+1 (555) 000-0000) or contact@example.gov. Use of FedBid.com - Buyers and Sellers agree to use FedBid.com as an independent Venue for buying and selling goods or services, respectively. It is understood that FedBid ranks all bids by price, regardless of the evaluation criteria used by the buyer. Buyers and Sellers understand that a Buyer always maintains all rights assigned under their contracting authority and/or applicable acquisition regulations, and may select the most advantageous bid for the governments purpose while considering offline factors such as delivery, past performance, socio-economic classifications, and source rotation. CCR Requirement - Company must be registered on Central Contractor Registration (CCR) before an award could be made to them. If company is not registered in CCR, they may do so by going to CCR web site at http://www.ccr.gov. The following FAR clauses in paragraph (b) of FAR clause 52.212-5, Contract Terms and Conditions Required To Implement Statutes or Executive Orders-Commercial Items, will apply: 52.222-21, 52.222-26, 52.222-35, 52.222-36, 52.222-37, 52.225-13, 52.232-34. The full text of a FAR clause may be accessed electronically at http://www.acqnet.gov/far. The selected Offeror must comply with the following commercial item terms and conditions. FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors - Commercial, applies to this acquisition. The selected Offeror must submit a completed copy of the provision at 52.212-3, Offeror Representations and Certifications - Commercial Items. FAR 52.212-4, Contract Terms and Conditions - Commercial Items, applies to this acquisition. In addition to providing pricing at www.FedBid.com for this solicitation, each Offeror must provide any required, NON-PRICING responses (e.g. technical proposal, representations and certifications, etc.) directly to contact@example.gov (NOT THROUGH FEDBID.COM) so that they are received at that email address no later than the closing date and time for this solicitation. Delivery shall be made within 30 days or less after receipt of order (ARO).