FEDLINK Copyright Clearance Center

The Library of Congress is preparing to negotiate with the Copyright Clearance Center (CCC) to secure copyright compliance services specifically for the FEDLINK Program. CCC, a not-for-profit organization established in response to the Copyright Act of 1976, serves as an authorized intermediary between copyright owners and users, facilitating legal usage of copyrighted materials including photocopies. Representing over 9,200 registered publishers globally, CCC offers permission to copy from more than 1.75 million titles, ensuring adherence to copyright laws. The contract solicitation emphasizes that no telephone inquiries will be accepted; instead, interested parties must submit written responses containing pricing and technical information within fifteen calendar days to demonstrate capability. However, no formal solicitation document will be issued, and no award will be given based solely on offers received from this notice. The contractual effort is tied to solicitation number LC09R7600 and falls under the NAICS code 533110, which pertains to copyright services. The Library of Congress Fedlink office, located in Washington, DC, will oversee the engagement, with Janice M Aiken serving as the contract specialist and primary point of contact. The contract aims to facilitate compliance with copyright regulations for FEDLINK, ensuring lawful use of protected materials through CCC’s comprehensive licensing structure. This arrangement underscores the Library’s commitment to uphold copyright laws while providing FEDLINK members access to a wide range of copyrighted content.