--NOTICE OF INTENT TO SOLE SOURCE

The contract proposes a sole source award to Elsevier Engineering Information, Inc. for providing electronic access to ScienceDirect Journals for the period from January 1, 2009, through December 31, 2009. Elsevier Engineering Information, Inc. is identified as the sole publisher and provider of electronic access to these specific journals, making them the only viable supplier for this requirement. The award will be firm-fixed price and will utilize Simplified Acquisition Procedures to streamline the procurement process. Due to the need for uninterrupted access to the journals, the contracting office deems a sole source award appropriate, although other responsible sources able to supply these materials are invited to respond within three days of the announcement. This announcement is intended as a notice of intent and not a formal request for quotations or a solicitation. The contract aligns with NAICS code 511120, relating to publishing, and is posted under solicitation number W81EWF-8296-7283.