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This Award Notice opportunity from Library Of Congress was posted on October 25, 2019. The submission period has ended. Browse the details below for market research, or find similar active opportunities.

Library of Congress National Book Festival Presents Series Events - Bookseller Services

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030ADV20Q0010Federal

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NAICS: 451211
DIBBS
Commercial Book & Media SupplyThe contract grants authority for the procurement, fulfillment, and delivery of commercial books and printed media to U.S. military locations across the United States. It encompasses end-to-end responsibilities including order processing, proper packaging, and FOB Destination shipping to ensure timely and accurate distribution to designated military recipients. The work falls under NAICS code 451211, indicating classification within the bookstore industry, and is structured as a subcontract under the Defense Logistics Agency, part of the Department of Defense. All deliveries must meet specified military requirements for content, quality, and logistics, with performance expected to align with standard defense supply chain protocols. The contract was posted on June 26, 2026, and while no solicitation number or set-aside details are provided, it is linked to a specific award record through the DIBBS system for accountability and tracking. The place of performance is not restricted to a single location, allowing for nationwide delivery to various military installations. The supplier is expected to maintain full compliance with federal procurement standards and ensure seamless integration into existing military logistics networks without relying on third-party fulfillment intermediaries. All operations must be conducted with precision to meet mission-critical timelines and maintain readiness of military personnel requiring printed materials.
Defense Logistics Agency

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5 months ago

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The Library of Congress issued solicitation 030ADV20Q0010 for bookseller services to support the NBF Presents Series Events. This unrestricted contract, managed by the Contracts Services office in Washington, DC, sought a single bookseller to provide services for a series of events distinct from the main National Book Festival. The initial requirements focused on three specific events held in November 2019 featuring authors Karen Armstrong, Brad Meltzer, and Andre Aciman, with detailed specifications regarding ticket quantities and reservation timelines. The procurement process included a Request for Quotation issued on September 23, 2019, and was further clarified through Amendment 0001, which provided official responses to offeror questions. Compliance with U.S. Department of Labor Wage Determination No. 2015-4281 Revision 14 was required to ensure minimum hourly wage rates for labor classifications in the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. The contract was administered by Contracting Officers Jennifer Zwahlen and Moji Adejuwon under NAICS code 451211.

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451211 - Book Stores

Place of Performance

DC

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NONE

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AgencyLibrary Of Congress → Contracts Services
Contacts2 people available
OfficeWashington, DC, 20540, USA
Office AddressWashington, DC, 20540, USA
Contacts
Jennifer ZwahlenContracting Officer
Moji AdejuwonContracting Officer

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The Library of Congress National Book Festival (NBF) is the nation's largest premier book event, drawing highly acclaimed authors as participants, and thousands of attendees from all over the world. To capitalize on the growing success of the National Book Festival (NBF), and embolden the one-day event, The Library of Congress will produce a series of author talks throughout the year. The National Book Festival Presents Series ("NBF Presents") will be hosted at The Library of Congress campus in Washington DC, and will showcase a variety of authors, across several literary genres. The Library of Congress requires a contractor to provide bookseller services to support the "NBF Presents" Series. Please see the attached documents for detailed information.

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