R -- FEDLINK Information Retrieval Services Delivery Order with the H. W. Wilson Co.

The Library of Congress plans to issue a delivery order under an existing Basic Ordering Agreement with the H. W. Wilson Company to provide subscription access to its specialized online retrieval systems—WilsonLine, WilsonDisc, and WilSearch—for the FEDLINK member CBUV. The service includes access to 26 specialized databases such as the Readers Guide to Periodical Literature and Library Literature, supporting research and information needs. This subscription service is scheduled to continue through September 30, 2003. The procurement notice does not involve a solicitation document, and no telephone inquiries will be accepted. Interested parties must submit written responses that include pricing and technical information sufficient to assess their capability; however, no awards will be made based on any submissions in response to this notice. The contract is managed by the Library of Congress Fedlink office located in Washington, DC. The points of contact are Charles A. Wilson, Contract Specialist, and Joan M. Fitts, Contracting Officer, who can be reached via email or phone for further information. Additional details and vendor opportunities for the FEDLINK program are available on the Library of Congress website. This arrangement is part of the agency's effort to streamline access to critical research databases for member institutions through existing agreements, ensuring continuity of service and efficient procurement.