USMMA - Knovel 35/AI Enhanced e-book database subscription

Project ID: MMAPR531026000040 FederalOpportunitiesPresolicitation

Overview

Agency	Maritime Administration
Deadline	05/07/26
Posted	04/28/26
Estimated Value	Not Provided
Set Aside	SBA
NAICS	513120 - Periodical Publishers
PSC	7630 - Newspapers And Periodicals
Location	Kings Point, NY 11024 United States

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Summary

Knovel 35/AI Enhanced ebook annual subscription (all web-based, no software required); for the base period of 06/01/2026 - 05/31/2027 + 4 option years. The Knovel 35/AI Enhanced e-book database collection is a unique collection of specialized engineering and math and science e-books. Also 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, which directly support the USMMA Marine Engineering curriculum. Contractor to submit 1-2 page document for quote. Quote should list base year pricing and each option year. Quotation deadlines are due by May 07, 2026 at 2:30PM via electronic mail (e-mail). This requirement is a total set-aside for small business concerns. This presolicitation incorporates provisions and clauses by reference. The full text of provisions and clauses may be accessed electronically at www.acquisition.gov. All responsible small business sources may submit a response which, if timely received, will be considered by the agency.

SAM REGISTRATION

All interested parties must have an active registration with the federal SAM system https://Sam.gov/ to receive an award. The provision at 52.212-1, Instructions to Offerors-Commercial, applies to this presolicitation. The provision at 52.212-4, Terms and Conditions Commercial Products and Commercial Services. A copy of the provision may be attained from https://www.acquisition.gov/far-overhaul/.

Summary (Newest Update)

Background The United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) is issuing a contract for the Knovel 35/AI Enhanced e-book database subscription. This subscription is essential for supporting the Marine Engineering curriculum at USMMA, providing access to a unique collection of specialized engineering, math, and science e-books. The goal of this contract is to enhance educational resources available to students and faculty at the academy. Work Details The contractor will provide an annual subscription to the Knovel 35/AI Enhanced e-book database collection, which includes modules on various engineering disciplines such as Fire Protection Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Welding Engineering, Optics and Photonics, and Safety and Industrial Hygiene. The subscription will cover a base period from June 1, 2026, to May 31, 2027, with four additional option years. The contractor is required to submit a quote detailing base year pricing and pricing for each option year in a 1-2 page document. Period of Performance Base period from June 1, 2026, to May 31, 2027, with four option years. Place of Performance The services will be performed at the United States Merchant Marine Academy.

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