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AUDIO TITLES PRODUCED BY BRILLIANCE BOOKS

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The Library of Congress, through its National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped, intends to award a contract to Talking Book Publisher Inc., located in Denver, Colorado, for the conversion of audio files produced by Brilliance Audio Inc. into Digital Talking Books. This contract specifically involves working with commercially produced audio books and does not involve a competitive proposal process. The solicitation, identified under number LCNLS09Q0192, focuses on the transformation of audio content to ensure accessibility for visually impaired and physically handicapped individuals. The awarded contract falls under the NAICS code 511130, related to audio and video production, and is managed by the Library of Congress Contracts Services office based in Washington, DC. Key points of contact for this contract include Joann Walker, the Contract Specialist, and Birchard B Allen III, the Contracting Officer, who are responsible for overseeing the procurement process. The targeted outcome is to enhance access to audio materials in digital format, facilitating broader distribution and improved usability for the intended beneficiary group.

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Library of Congress awards Talking Book Publisher contract to convert Brilliance Audio files digitally.

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Library Of Congress → Contracts Services

NAICS

511130 - Book Publishers

Place of Performance

DC

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PostedApr 10

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AgencyLibrary Of Congress → Contracts Services

Contacts2 people available

OfficeWashington, DC, 20540, USA

Organization / AgencyLibrary Of Congress → Contracts Services

Office AddressWashington, DC, 20540, USA

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Joann WalkerCONTRACT SPECIALIST

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Birchard B Allen iiiContracting Officer

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The Library of Congress, National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped intents award contract to Talking Book Publisher Inc, 1055 W. Arizona Avenue, Denver, CO 80401 for the conversion of audio files from commerical audio books produced by Brilliance audio Inct to Digital Talking Book. No proposals are requested.

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