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Digital Talking Book Machines - Library of Congress

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2027-NLS-0001Federal

Submission Closed07/30/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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AI Contract Overview

The Library of Congress is issuing a Request for Information to gather market intelligence on the manufacturing, sourcing, and shipping costs associated with Digital Talking Book Machines and related parts and support services. The goal is to understand how market fluctuations, shipping uncertainties, and other industry-specific factors impact the production and delivery of these devices. Respondents are encouraged to provide detailed feedback on draft specifications, deliverables, and a draft Statement of Work, as well as answer specific questions posed in the notice to help the Library better assess the current business environment. This is strictly a market research initiative and not a solicitation for proposals or a binding procurement; no contract will be awarded based on responses, and no reimbursement is available for any costs incurred in participating. All attachments are preliminary and do not guarantee future requirements or contract terms. The opportunity is identified under solicitation number 2027-NLS-0001 with a NAICS code of 334310 and is managed by the Library of Congress’s Contracts Services office in Washington, DC. Responses must be submitted by July 30, 2026, and questions or feedback can be directed to Colleen Daly or Brian D. Curl. While the Library welcomes input and suggestions, there is no obligation to incorporate any of the received information into future procurement actions. Participation is voluntary, and respondents should not expect any contractual outcome or compensation from engaging with this RFI.

General Info

Library of Congress seeks market feedback on Digital Talking Book Machines costs and logistics, no contract or reimbursement guaranteed.

Agency

Library Of Congress → Contracts ServicesView Agency

NAICS

334310 - Audio and Video Equipment ManufacturingView NAICS

Place of Performance

Washington, DC, USA

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NONE

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SOW 2027-NLS-0001 Draft for DA2 DTBM Production and Support

DOCX•sow

RFI 2027-NLS-0001 Digital Talking Book Machines Deliverables

XLSX•rfi

DA2 Requirements Version 3.2 - 06/29/2026

XLSX•sow

Questions for RFI Respondents - Pricing Adjustments Inquiry

DOCX•rfi

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Timeline

PhaseClosed

PostedJul 20

Sources Sought

Response DeadlineJul 30

Deadline has passed

Submission Closed

07/30/2026, 04:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyLibrary Of Congress → Contracts Services

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OfficeWashington, DC, 20540, USA

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Library Of Congress → Contracts Services

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Office AddressWashington, DC, 20540, USA

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Colleen Daly

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Brian D. Curl

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Full Description

This is a Request for Information (RFI) to obtain information about manufacturing, sourcing, and shipping pricing related to the production and delivery of Digital Talking Book Machines (DTBM) and associated parts and support services. Specifically, the Library of Congress (Library) wishes to better understand how materials that comprise these machines are impacted by market fluctuations, shipping and freight uncertainties and costs, and other factors specific to the field.

Please see the attachments which include the draft Statement of Work (SOW), device specifications, draft deliverables and parts, and Questions for RFI Respondents. Respondents are highly encouraged to respond to the questions provided, ask questions, and provide other information they deem germane to the requirements and request so that the Library may enhance its understanding of the business environment.

As an RFI, this is NOT an official solicitation. The Library is not seeking to obtain official proposals at this time as a result of this notice. The Library is seeking outside information from potential offerors as a way to perform supplemental market research. No contract shall be awarded as a result of this RFI. This notice solely constitutes market research. Under NO circumstances shall any expenses be repaid as a result of contractor engagement with RFI this notice. All attachments are drafts and estimates and do not guarantee the specifications and terms of future contract opportunities. The Library does not guarantee that responses and suggestions are incorporated into future contract opportunities.

Respondents are encouraged to ask questions or provide feedback so that the Library may enhance its understanding of the business environment. Attached is a draft Statement of Work. Offerors are encouraged to provide feedback on this document as well, and all comments/questions/suggestions shall be considered (this is not a guarantee that they will be answered or reflected in the final solicitation).