--Renewal subscription

The ERDC Contracting Office plans to award a sole source contract under FAR 6.302-1 to Jane's Information Group, based in Alexandria, VA, for the renewal subscription of Jane's journal titles. Jane's Information Group is identified as the sole provider and publisher with exclusive electronic access to these products, making them the only supplier capable of fulfilling the agency’s requirements. This contract opportunity does not intend to pursue a competitive bidding process unless other capable sources submit written qualifications by the deadline of May 15, 2008, at 11:00 a.m. CST. The evaluation of any responses will only determine if the procurement should proceed competitively, though the government retains discretion to continue with a sole source award. Interested parties are invited to submit their capabilities in writing to the designated contact, with no oral communications permitted. It is important to note that no Request for Proposal will be issued based on this notice. The contract is referenced under solicitation number W81EWF-8094-0843 and falls under the NAICS code 511120. Communications for consideration should be directed to the identified government point of contact via the provided email address. This solicitation highlights a renewal subscription service unique to Jane’s Information Group, confirming the sole source justification.