Electronic Information – Database Subscriptions for Libraries

Stony Brook University, intends to purchase Electronic Databases utilizing
consortium contract(s); NorthEast Research Libraries (N.E.R.L.). This is
pursuant to its authority under section 163 (3) (vi), which authorizes purchase of
commodities, subscriptions from a consortium or comparable entity in lieu of
using a centralized contract and without a formal competitive process when
justified by price. If interested, vendors who sell equivalent products may contact
the procurement officer listed below to discuss the procurement prior to the due
date listed below.

A vendor who believes that they can provide this
product/service or an equivalent should contact the designated contact. Inquiries
must be received by the due date listed below. If an equivalent is offered,
equivalency must be demonstrated by being compatible with existing equipment.
If offering an equivalent, the vendor must provide free supporting documentation
and product for examination, demonstration, and trial.

Contractor might be required to complete and submit documents related to Vendor Responsibility, NYS Finance Law 139 j&k,, NYS Tax Law Section 5-A, valid and current NYS
Workman's Compensation and Disability Forms. This procurement is subject to
NYS Finance Law §139 j&k, AKA the Lobbying Law.

Therefore, vendors are cautioned that the only permissible contact for this
procurement is the individual listed below. Contacting any other individuals in
connection with this advertisement may constitute a violation of 1 of 5 New York
State Finance Law. Failure to comply with this requirement can range from no
contract award to debarment from sales to any NYS Agency.