Description
The State of Missouri is seeking to establish a Qualified Vendors List (QVL) of suppliers for various books, publications, and materials for state agencies. The contractor will provide products on an as-needed basis, and the state agency will contact the applicable QVL contractors to obtain firm, fixed price quotes. The contract will be for a period from the date of award through August 7, 2026. The contractor must comply with all requirements and specifications contained in the RFP, including the Buy American Act and the Domestic Products Procurement Act. Some key requirements include:
* Providing products on an as-needed basis
* Participating in the State of Missouri's Cooperative Procurement Program
* Complying with the Buy American Act and the Domestic Products Procurement Act
* Providing a list of publishers offered
* Furnishing a current catalog with pricing
* Allowing state agency users to view products online
* Imposing a minimum order amount, if any, as stated in the proposal
* Notifying the state agency regarding the status of outstanding back orders
* Understanding that the state agency may return unprocessed books, publications, and materials for credit without cause
* Complying with all applicable laws and regulations, including those related to non-discrimination and affirmative action