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Databases, Research Tools, E-Books, Automation and Media Solution

Overview


Education, Training & Libraries
Albany, New York, United StatesPosted: September 11, 2026Deadline: October 1, 2026

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SUMMARY


A one-year contract is sought for databases, research tools, e-books, automation, and media solutions, including product information, access controls, usage statistics, training, and technical support. Questions are due September 24, 2026, with proposals due October 1, 2026.

KEY REQUIREMENTS


CONTRACT DURATION


60 months

TIMELINE


RFP Issued: September 10th, 2026

Request for Content Clarification Deadline: September 24th, 2026

Proposal Submission Deadline: October 1st, 2026

Anticipated Board of Education Award: November 2026

Anticipated Contract Term: July 1st, 2027 to June 30th, 2028

QUESTION DEADLINE


September 24, 2026

CONTACTS


Primary procurement contact — name, title, email, and phone

Additional decision-makers and their departments

Issuing Agency


Capital Region Boces

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DESCRIPTION


The agency is seeking a vendor to provide databases, research tools, e-books, automation, and media solutions for a one-year contract period. Proposed products must include brief descriptions, applicable grade levels, links to expanded product information, system requirements, mobile device compatibility, information about the use of artificial intelligence, information governance practices, and available sales information for distribution to individual schools.

The vendor should provide access to beta, pilot, preview, early access, experimental, or pre-release functionality where available. Online products must support at least two access methods from IP address authentication, username and password authentication, and unique user URLs. Vendors must also provide instructions for accessing individual subscription statistics for both in-house and remote usage.

The selected vendor will provide initial training, technical support, product updates, and assistance by phone or email to help resolve problems. Questions must be submitted no later than September 24, 2026, and proposals are due October 1, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions


When is the submission deadline?
Submissions are due October 1, 2026. Questions must be submitted by September 24, 2026.
Who issued this RFP?
It was issued by Capital Region Boces. The work is located in Albany, New York, United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?
  • Educational technology or digital library resource provider
  • Experience supplying databases, e-books, research tools, and media platforms to schools or public agencies
  • Secure online products supporting multiple authentication methods and remote access
  • Capacity to provide usage analytics, initial training, technical support, and product updates
  • Demonstrated information governance and responsible artificial intelligence practices

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