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TTS Digital Talking Book Automation Software Development

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Response Deadline10/12/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTC

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This subcontract for the Library of Congress involves the development of a core software engine designed to automate the creation of digital talking books for National Library Service projects. The project focuses on designing software that generates these books from electronic text and commercial audiobooks, implementing large-scale batch processing and automated XML control and navigation file generation. The developer must ensure all software complies with ANSI/NISO Z39.86-2002 and NLS Specifications 1202, 1203, 1205, and 1206. The final deliverables include the source code and the software tool, both of which will be government-owned. This effort is categorized under NAICS code 541511 and is based in Washington, DC.

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Subcontract for Library of Congress to develop automated digital talking book software engine.

Agency

Library Of Congress → Contracts Services

NAICS

541511 - Custom Computer Programming Services

Place of Performance

Washington, DC, 20540, USA

Set-Aside

NONE

Documents

This scope was carved out of 2027-NLS-0075.

The full solicitation package (1 document), including the RFP, is on the prime solicitation, not on this scope.

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TTS for DTB Pilot - Request for Information

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Timeline

PostedSep 24

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Response DeadlineOct 12

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10/12/2026, 09:00:00 PM UTCin 17 days

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AgencyLibrary Of Congress → Contracts Services

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Develops the core software engine for prime contractors on National Library Service (NLS) projects to automate the construction of digital talking books. Designs software to generate DTBs from commercial audiobooks and electronic text, develops automated XML control/navigation file generation, and implements large-scale batch processing. Ensures compliance with ANSI/NISO Z39.86-2002 and NLS Specifications 1202, 1203, 1205, 1206. Delivers Government-owned software tool and source code.

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