FEDLINK Library Support Services
Key Dates
Due Date
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Posted Date
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Agency & Value
Agency
LIBRARY OF CONGRESS FEDLINK
Contract Value
Not provided
Codes & Classification
Solicitation Number
LCFDL26R0012
NAICS
541990 - All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Classification Code
R605
Additional Details
The Library of Congress, through its Federal Library and Information Network (FEDLINK), has issued a solicitation (Procurement Identifier: LCFDL26R0012) seeking proposals from qualified vendors to provide comprehensive Library Support Services. This procurement is structured as a multiple-award Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract with a five-year base period and no option years, offering contractors the opportunity to support a wide range of library and information management needs across the United States.
The primary objective of this solicitation is to secure professional, scientific, and technical services that enhance the operational capabilities of federal libraries and information centers. The scope of work is classified under NAICS Code 541990 (“All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services”) and Product Service Code R605, indicating a broad requirement for specialized support services tailored to the unique needs of library environments. While the specific deliverables are detailed within the solicitation documents and attachments, contractors can anticipate providing services that may include—but are not limited to—cataloging, metadata creation, collection management, reference support, and other technical or administrative functions essential to library operations.
This opportunity is open to all qualified vendors, as there are no set-aside restrictions; small and large businesses alike are encouraged to participate. The procurement will be conducted using a best value tradeoff analysis, as outlined in Sections L and M of the solicitation. Offerors are strongly advised to review these sections carefully for detailed instructions on proposal preparation and the evaluation criteria that will guide the selection process.
The contracting activity is managed by the Library of Congress FEDLINK office, with the place of performance designated as the United States. The primary point of contact for this solicitation is Catherine J. Campbell ([email protected], 202-707-1924), with Katherine Bowen ([email protected]) serving as the secondary contact. All communications regarding this opportunity should reference the solicitation number LCFDL26R0012.
The solicitation has undergone several amendments to clarify requirements and address vendor inquiries. Notably, Amendment 0003 (posted January 27, 2026) and Amendment 0002 (posted January 21, 2026) provide responses to vendor questions and update key solicitation documents, including the price schedule and proposal instructions. Offerors are responsible for monitoring SAM.gov for all updates, as all future amendments and information will be distributed exclusively through this platform.
Questions regarding the solicitation were due by 12:00pm Eastern Time on January 20, 2026, and proposals must be submitted by 4:00pm Eastern Time on January 30, 2026. The solicitation remains active, and interested parties should ensure they have reviewed all eleven attachments available on the SAM.gov opportunity page (https://sam.gov/opp/d5e3fdcb30fe429bbf9e67c6730866da/view) to fully understand the requirements and expectations.
In summary, this procurement represents a significant opportunity for vendors with expertise in library support services to partner with the Library of Congress and its FEDLINK program, contributing to the advancement and efficiency of federal library operations nationwide. Contractors should assess their capabilities against the broad and specialized requirements outlined in the solicitation to determine alignment and competitiveness for this multi-year, multi-award contract vehicle.
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