DEPARTMENT
Library
REQUESTED ACTION (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval to renew an existing contract - Library, 21ITB129242B-YJ, Newspapers, Magazine and Serial Subscriptions (Books-Periodicals, Newspaper, and Serials - Multi Languages) in the amount of $109,000.00 with EBSCO Information Services, Inc., (Birmingham, AL) to provide Newspapers, Magazine and Serial Subscriptions. This is the first of two renewal options. One renewal option remains. Effective January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022. (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
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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 must have an online database of titles and must 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 Selected vendor(s) must have an inventory large enough to supply multiple copies of requested titles to meet our 90% fill-rate within the specified turnaround time.
Scope of Work: This action allows the library to provide a wide selection of print periodicals, serials, and newspapers for Library patrons.
Community Impact: Fulton County citizens...
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