Library Books, Books, eReaders, Periodicals, Database Subscriptions and Related Materials - Direct Online Order

In order to gain economies of scale, Mohave is formally soliciting sources for Library Books, Books, eReaders, Periodicals, Database Subscriptions, and Related Materials as specified within this Request for Proposal. These products are requested for Mohave’s statewide membership of approximately 480 public agencies. The members currently eligible to participate in any awarded contract(s) as of December 16, 2024 is included in the attachment titled, RFP 24P-0123 Current Mohave Members.pdf. However, other members may be added during the term of an awarded contract(s). Members that are added during the term of an awarded contract(s) are responsible for determining if their purchases would materially increase any volume provided in the original solicitation. A current list of all members can be found on Mohave’s website at www.mesc.org . Contracts, in whole or in part, shall be awarded to bidder, or bidders, for an initial one (1) year term and four (4) potential one-year extensions (contract modification). The scope of work and specifications define the quality and characteristics of the desired materials and application. They are based upon specifications for known acceptable eReader manufacturers, publishers, and/or brands of books, and related materials. The specifications are not intended to be exclusive or to restrict competition. Offerors may offer alternate solutions, including alternate manufacturers, which meet the quality and performance characteristics in the specifications. Mohave shall review such offers and be the final judge on the acceptance of any alternate solutions.