USMMA - Knovel 35/AI Enhanced e-book database subscription
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), under the MARITIME ADMINISTRATION, is seeking a Knovel 35/AI Enhanced e-book database subscription. This is a Presolicitation for an annual subscription to specialized engineering and math/science e-books, including modules directly supporting the USMMA Marine Engineering curriculum. This opportunity is a Total Small Business Set-Aside. Quotes are due by May 07, 2026, at 2:30 PM ET.
Scope of Work
The requirement is for an annual subscription to the Knovel 35/AI Enhanced e-book database, which is a web-based collection of specialized engineering, math, and science e-books. It includes modules on Fire Protection engineering and emergency response, Industrial engineering and operations management, Manufacturing engineering, Welding engineering and materials joining, Optics and photonics, and Safety and industrial hygiene. These modules are critical for supporting the USMMA Marine Engineering curriculum.
Contract & Timeline
- Contract Type: Presolicitation for an annual subscription.
- Duration: Base period of 06/01/2026 - 05/31/2027, plus four (4) option years.
- Set-Aside: Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5).
- Product Service Code: 7630 (Newspapers And Periodicals).
- Quote Due Date: May 07, 2026, at 2:30 PM ET.
- Published Date: April 28, 2026.
- Place of Performance: Kings Point, NY.
Submission Requirements & Key Information
- Contractors must submit a 1-2 page document for a quote, listing base year pricing and each option year separately.
- Quotes must be submitted via electronic mail (e-mail).
- All interested parties must have an active registration with SAM.gov (https://Sam.gov/) to receive an award.
- The provision at FAR 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial, and FAR 52.212-4, Terms and Conditions–Commercial Products and Commercial Services, apply by reference. Full text is available at www.acquisition.gov.
Additional Notes from APPENDIX.pdf
The accompanying "APPENDIX.pdf" details various FAR and TAR clauses that will be incorporated by reference into the contract, which are crucial for understanding contractual terms and conditions. It also provides comprehensive instructions for electronic invoicing via the Department of Transportation's (DOT) Delphi eInvoicing web portal, including registration processes and required invoice content. Specifically, clause 1252.232-70 outlines requirements for electronic submission of payment requests using the Delphi/iSupplier system and login.gov authentication. Bidders must be prepared to comply with these electronic submission and invoicing procedures.