Award
Richmond Planet bids #134480
Library Materials
Recipient
Four vendors (names not specified)
Awarded
April 02, 2026
Identifier
134480
The City of Richmond's Library, Public Art, & Cultural Services department awarded a contract on April 2, 2026, to four vendors for the provision of various library materials and related services. The scope includes physical library materials such as books (hardcover, trade paperback, mass market, board books, large print, graphic novels, world language materials), DVDs, audiobooks, read-along materials, and supplies like spine labels, book jackets, and media cases. The contract has a three-year term with options to extend for two additional one-year periods. Pricing is fixed for the first year, with adjustments based on the Consumer Price Index thereafter. The procurement process involved an electronic proposal submission, with a detailed scope of work including standing orders for reference and legal materials, cataloging, and processing services. The award was made to multiple proposers, with the City seeking the best overall value. The contract is managed by the City of Richmond's Community Services Library, located in Contra Costa County, California.
Description
Awarded contract for provision of various library materials and related services to the City of Richmond's Library, Public Art, & Cultural Services department. The award was made on April 2, 2026, to four vendors. The scope includes physical library materials such as books (hardcover, trade paperback, mass market, board books, large print, graphic novels, world language materials), DVDs, audiobooks, read-along materials, and related supplies like spine labels, book jackets, and media cases. The contract term is three years with options to extend for two additional one-year terms. Pricing is firm for the first year with adjustments allowed based on the Consumer Price Index thereafter. Proposals were submitted electronically via the City's secure online bidding system.