Opportunity
Massachusetts COMMBUYS #BD-27-1007-1007C-1007L-133437
Statewide Electronic Reference Database Access for Massachusetts Libraries
Posted
September 14, 2026
Respond By
December 18, 2026
Identifier
BD-27-1007-1007C-1007L-133437
NAICS
519130
The Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners is seeking proposals to provide licensed access to electronic subject-specific reference and research databases for libraries and their patrons statewide. - Government Buyer: - Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners (MBLC) - Products/Services Requested: - Licensed access to electronic subject-specific reference and research databases - Remote access capabilities for library patrons - Integration as a core statewide electronic resource - Eligible Vendors: - Publishers of online content - Value-added resellers - Third-party vendors representing electronic reference content - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Remote access for all library patrons - Must serve as a core resource for all Massachusetts libraries - Proposals must be submitted electronically via the COMMBUYS portal - No specific OEMs or vendors are named in the notice - The procurement is for educational or reference software
Description
This solicitation is for licensed access to electronic subject specific reference content with remote access for libraries and library patrons. The selected product(s) will serve as part of the core set of statewide electronic resources for Massachusetts libraries. Publishers of online content, value-added resellers, or third-party vendors may submit proposals. The procurement involves educational or reference software and requires online quote submission via COMMBUYS.