Award
Purchase Order #12C0BA26P0002
USDA Subscription Renewal for APS Electronic Publications
Buyer
Rural Housing Service
Award Amount
$49,998.00
Ceiling
$249,990.00
Awarded
September 01, 2026
Period of Performance
Sep 01, 2026 – Aug 31, 2031
Identifier
12C0BA26P0002
NAICS
513120
This award represents a purchase order contract for the renewal of a subscription granting the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) users perpetual electronic access to selected publications from The American Phytopathological Society (APS). The recipient, APS, is a professional organization specializing in the science of plant pathology and related fields, offering authoritative publications and resources. The product procured includes APS's online books and Phytopathology journals, which provide vital scientific knowledge and research findings essential to USDA's plant health and agricultural research efforts. This contract is significant as it ensures USDA's continual access to cutting-edge plant pathology information, supporting research, policy making, and agricultural disease management programs. The scope covers electronic access for all USDA users, ensuring comprehensive availability of these scientific resources. There is no indication that the award was made on a sole-source basis, suggesting competitive procurement processes typical for subscription renewals. The contract period spans multiple years, enabling prolonged access and renewal efficiency. The delivery location is Saint Paul, Minnesota, reflecting APS’s operational site. No additional subcontractors or prior contracts were disclosed.
Description
RENEW SUBSCRIPTION FOR ELECTRONIC PERPETUAL ACCESS FOR ALL USDA USERS TO CONTENT PUBLISHED IN SELECTED PUBLICATIONS PUBLISHED BY THE AMERICAN PHYTOPATHOLOGICAL SOCIETY. SUBSCRIBER NUMBER 059089. INCLUDING:|!#^1. APS ONLINE BOOKS|!#^2. APS ONLINE PHYTOPHT