Department
Library
Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval to renew an existing contract - Fulton County Library System, 24ITB1288009B-PS, Newspapers, Magazine and Serial Subscriptions in the amount not to exceed, $75,000.00 with EBSCO Information Services, LLC. (Birmingham, AL) to provide Newspapers, Magazine and Serial Subscriptions. This action exercises the first of two renewal options. One renewal option remains. Effective dates: January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026. (APPROVED UPON ADOPTION OF THE CONSENT AGENDA)
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
In accordance with Purchasing Code Section 102-394(6), the Purchasing Department shall present all renewal requests to the Board of Commissioners at least 90 days prior to the contract renewal date or 60 days if the contract term is six (6) months or less
Strategic Priority Area related to this item (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Arts and Libraries
Commission Districts Affected
All Districts ☒
District 1 ☐
District 2 ☐
District 3 ☐
District 4 ☐
District 5 ☐
District 6 ☐
Is this a purchasing item?
Yes
Summary & Background: This request will provide Newspapers, Magazine and Serial Subscriptions (Books-Periodicals, Newspaper, and Serials - Multi Languages) for Fulton County Library Systems. The vendor will have an online database of titles and will provide the FCLS access to the database at no charge, in order for the FCLS to search titles, submit orders, cancel orders, claim materials, and check status.
Scope of Work: Provide the supply of print periodicals, serials, and newspapers (local and international) for Library customers, and to provide library personnel with information relating to Library orders and related services.
Community Impact: Fulton County citizens can access over 5,000 titles based on subscription requests.
Department Recommendation: The Fulton County Library System recommends approves the recommendation to renew this vendor.
Project Implications: Fulton County is the largest county in Georgia. Not providing this service negatively impacts a wide range of Fulton County citizens in every Fulton area code.
Community Issues/Concerns: There are no Community Issues/Concerns.
Department Issues/Concerns: There are no Department Issues/Concerns
Contract Modification
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Current Contract History |
BOC Item |
Date |
Dollar Amount |
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Original Award Amount |
24-0542 |
08/10/2024 |
$252,145.90 |
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90 Day Extension |
102 -364(e) |
02/10/2025 |
$15,000.00 |
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1st Renewal |
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75,000.00 |
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Total Revised Amount |
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$327,145.90 |
Contract & Compliance
Contract Value: $75,000.00
Prime Vendor: EBSCO Information Services, LLC
Prime Status: Non-Minority
Location: Birmingham, AL
County: Jefferson County
Prime Value: $75,000.00 or 100.00%
Total Contract Value: $75,000.00 or 100.00%
Total Certified Value: -0-
Exhibits Attached
Exhibit 1: Contract Renewal Agreement
Exhibit 2: Contractor Renewal Evaluation Form
Exhibit 3: Performance Evaluation
Contact Information (Type Name, Title, Agency and Phone)
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Jamar Parker, Financial Systems Manager 404-771-7578
Contract Attached
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No
Previous Contracts
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Yes
Total Contract Value
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Original Approved Amount: |
$252,145.90 |
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Previous Adjustments: |
$15,000.00 |
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This Request: |
$75,000.00 |
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TOTAL: |
$327,145.90 |
Grant Information Summary
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Amount Requested: |
N/A |
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Cash |
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Match Required: |
N/A |
☐ |
In-Kind |
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Start Date: |
N/A |
☐ |
Approval to Award |
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End Date: |
N/A |
☐ |
Apply & Accept |
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Match Account $: |
N/A |
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Fiscal Impact / Funding Source
Funding Line 1:
100-650-6565-1312: General, Library, Books-Library, $75,000
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Key Contract Terms |
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Start Date: 1/1/2026 |
End Date: 12/31/2026 |
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Cost Adjustment: |
Renewal/Extension Terms: One Renewal Option Remains |
Overall Contractor Performance Rating: 100
Would you select/recommend this vendor again?
Yes
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Report Period Start: |
Report Period End: |
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1/1/2025 |
6/30/2025 |