Title
World Book Encyclopedias - Requirements Contract - EXC 22-035 (Ordinance S-48224)
Description
Request to authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into a contract with World Book, Inc. to purchase World Book Encyclopedias for the Library Department. Further request authorization for the City Controller to disburse all funds related to this item. The aggregate contract value will not exceed $125,000.00.
Report
Summary
The Contractor shall furnish and deliver 18 sets of the most current World Book Encyclopedias on an annual basis to the City of Phoenix Library Department. The World Book Encyclopedia set is comprised of 22 volumes each, and this encyclopedia is purchased for its high quality, current and accurate information.
Procurement Information
In accordance with Administrative Regulation 3.10, normal competition was waived as a result of an approved Determination Memo which stated World Book, Inc. is the only vendor who offers this publication.
The Assistant Finance Director recommends that the contract with World Book, Inc. be accepted.
Contract Term
The 5-year contract term will begin on or about Jan. 5, 2022.
Financial Impact
The aggregate contract value will not exceed $125,000.00 and funds are available in the Library Department’s budget.
Department
Responsible Department
This item is submitted by Deputy City Manager Inger Erickson and the Library Department.