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Digital Talking Book Machines - Library of Congress

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The Library of Congress is seeking proposals under solicitation 030ADV27R0001 for an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity contract to procure and maintain Digital Talking Book Machines. The project is divided into two performance areas: the first focuses on the production, parts, and support for new DA2 units, including software development and warranty repairs to ensure a steady supply for audio readers. The second area addresses the support and repair of approximately 63,000 existing incumbent-manufactured units through proprietary spare parts and platform sprints to maintain device functionality and accessibility. This combined synopsis and solicitation follows FAR Part 12 and Part 15 procedures under NAICS code 334310. Interested parties must submit all questions by September 14, 2026, with final proposals due by October 5, 2026, at 5:00pm eastern time. The contract is managed by the Contracts Services office in Washington, DC.

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Library of Congress IDIQ contract for producing and maintaining Digital Talking Book Machines.

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334310 - Audio and Video Equipment ManufacturingView NAICS

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Washington, DC, USA

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AgencyLibrary Of Congress → Contracts Services
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OfficeWashington, DC, 20540, USA
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This public notice is a combined synopsis/solicitation for commercial items prepared in accordance with FAR Part 12 and utilizing FAR Part 15 procedures. The solicitation is being released as an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract competition. This contract shall include two performance areas to encompass all aspects of procuring new Digital Talking Book Machines and maintaining the new and existing stock at the Library.


Performance Area 1 (PA1): DTBM DA2 Production, Parts, and Support This PA includes DA2 units, warranties, spare parts, software development, and other requirements described in Section C. NLS requires Digital Talking Book Machine (DTBM) version DA2 units in quantities sufficient to continue distribution to all audio readers enrolled in the program and maintain a reasonable stock to allow timely replacement of devices in the field to facilitate service, repair, or maintenance of removed devices. NLS requires support for those units including spare parts, software development, and warranty repairs.


Performance Area 2 (PA2): Existing Device Support, Incumbent This PA includes proprietary spare parts and software development as described in Section C. NLS also requires repair and support services for the existing incumbent-manufactured NLS DTBM DA2 units (approximately 63,000). This includes spare parts and platform sprints to ensure the units remain safe, functional, and accessible so that the Library’s patrons have the fullest access to materials in the NLS collection. 


Please see all attachments for the full details of this requirement and instructions for submitting a proposal. 


Questions are due by 5:00pm eastern time, September 14, 2026. 


Proposals are due by 5:00pm eastern time, October 5, 2026.

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