Document Point Plan - Intent to Sole Source

The Department of the Air Force is preparing to award a firm‑fixed‑price, sole‑source contract to Digital Science & Research Solutions, Inc. for an AI‑powered literature‑monitoring and document‑delivery subscription (ReadCube) to support DoD Morale, Welfare, and Recreation libraries. The solution must provide a searchable database of >150 million publications, AI‑driven summarization, translation, systematic review tools, one‑click full‑text delivery, and citation management. The contract will run for a twelve‑month base period (30 Sep 2026‑29 Sep 2027) with a total estimated value under $10 M. Interested parties could submit capability statements, proposals, or quotations by 2 Sep 2026, though the award is intended for a single source. • AI‑enhanced literature database (150 M+ records) • Automated summarization, translation, concept simplification • Integrated systematic‑review workflow on a single platform • One‑click full‑text article ordering & delivery • Access to hard‑science journals, conference abstracts, patents, clinical trials, etc. • Over 10 000 citations and publisher coverage (Elsevier, IOP, etc.) • Firm‑fixed‑price, 12‑month base period, award anticipated 18 Sep 2026 • Submission deadline 2 Sep 2026 12:00 PM CST (capability statement/proposal)