61. Microfiche Conversion Contract Award & Distribution

The contract for program 562-S, the conversion of Congressional Hearings, Committee Prints, Reports, Documents and Hearings to microfiche, has just been awarded to Data Management Internationale (DMI), of New Castle, Delaware. Now that the contract has been awarded, libraries will soon see the resumption of microfiche shipments for this group of publications. Please send claims to the address that appears on the shipping list. To review the contracts previously awarded: The contract for program 823-S, the Bound Congressional Record, was awarded to Data Management Internationale on November 1, 2007. Distribution has begun. The contract for program 613-S, Code of Federal Regulations, was awarded to National Archive Publishing Company in Ann Arbor, Michigan.  Distribution has begun. Thank you for your patience during the process of contractor solicitation and award.

Wednesday, 07 May 2008

62. Updated Conference Reports Web Page on GPO Access

In order to comply with an amendment to the Standing Rules of the Senate, GPO is updating the Conference Reports Web page on GPO Access, effective on the morning of November 9, 2007. Paragraph nine of Rule XXVIII of the Standing Rules of the Senate now states: "9. (a)(1) It shall not be in order to vote on the adoption of a report of a committee of conference unless such report has been available to Members and to the general public for at least 48 hours before such vote. If a point of order is sustained under this paragraph, then the conference report shall be set aside." Normally, conference reports are printed and made available online in the Congressional Record the day after they have been filed. In those cases when GPO is unable to print a conference report the next day, GPO will scan the manuscript and post the searchable PDF of the manuscript on the Conference Reports web page on GPO Access. Otherwise, links to the conference reports as they appear in the Congressional Record will be posted on the Web page. Links to each conference report will be date and time stamped to establish when the conference report was first made available to the public online. If a conference report is scanned as a manuscript, that version will be superseded when the conference report is made available in the Congressional Record. Links to a conference report in the Congressional will be superseded when the conference report is made available in the Congressional Reports database. Although the PDF of the scanned manuscript of a conference report will be searchable, handwritten notes or other illegible text may or may not be completely searchable. Regardless, the image of the handwritten notes, etc., will be captured in the PDF of the scanned manuscript.

Thursday, 08 November 2007 | 1 hit

63. Invitation to Present Educational Programs via OPAL

As part of its education and outreach mission, GPO’s Library Services and Content Management has presented several programs on topics related to the Federal Depository Library Program through OPAL, a Web conferencing service. Now LSCM is opening up its OPAL room to members of the depository library community who would like to present additional educational and training sessions for the benefit of the community. Programs can be live or pre-recorded and should focus on a specific aspect of U.S. Government information, Federal Depository Library Program issues, or depository library operations and management. GPO will review proposals for suitability. Approved presentations will be recorded and are subject to further GPO review before posting to the GPO OPAL Archive. To submit a proposal, complete the Online Educational Program Proposal Form. More information on OPAL (Online Programming for All Libraries) is available on their Web site.

Friday, 01 February 2008

64. Request for Visit

Got an anniversary coming up and want someone from GPO to attend? Request here

Tuesday, 13 March 2007

65. Archived authentication training session available online

An FDLP Web-based training session on authentication presented on October 30, 2007 is available for viewing on the GPO OPAL site. The presentation provided an overview of GPO's authentication initiatives for GPO Access, focusing on the newly-released beta version of an Authenticated Public Laws application.

Thursday, 08 November 2007

66. FDLD Information on the FBB

Library Services and Content Management (LSCM) recently announced that it had begun a process to upgrade the applications that provide directory information for

Friday, 18 January 2008 | Read more

67. Needs & Offers (N&O) Beta Testers

GPO is now seeking volunteers to participate in testing its redesigned Needs & Offers (N&O) service. Using this automated service, Federal depository libraries seeking to dispose of publications withdrawn from their collections may place publications with other depositories, while libraries seeking publications missing from their depository collections can state their needs. Beta testers are being asked to create and maintain "ads", test the search feature, interact with other beta users by claiming mock items, and providing feedback on how GPO can improve the service. This will be a CLOSED beta test consisting of 30 users on a first come, first serve basis. Complete the form below to apply to be a beta tester. The beta test will be open for approximately one month. Those selected for the test will be notified next week with their FDLP Desktop login information.

Sunday, 05 August 2007

68. WEBTech Notes Update

As an interim to the restoration of a searchable WEBTech Notes application, an Excel file containing the WEBTech Notes dataset was recently made available. The full dataset from January 1994 through current and selected data from 1991 to 1994 is now available in this Excel file.

Tuesday, 23 October 2007

69. Order FDLP Promotional Materials

The FDLP Desktop has launched a new promotional ordering system where Federal depository libraries can receive promotional materials, such as flyers, pens, stickers, anniversary certificates, and much more. These materials are offered at no charge to Federal depository libraries. Please use these materials to assist you in your efforts to increase public awareness of the Federal Depository Library Program. At present, the system is only available to depository coordinators. When FDLP Desktop registration opens to the full community following the completion of the Biennial Survey, the ordering system will be open to all Federal depository librarians. Please consider carefully the quantity of materials needed for your library when ordering so that we can continue to offer these materials. There is an order limit (usually 25 items) on some of the materials in order to ensure that we have enough materials in stock for everyone. Access the system under "Education & Outreach" > "Promote Your Library" > "Order Promotional Materials" or follow this link.

Wednesday, 10 October 2007

70. Fall DLC Speech

Read Ric Davis' speech from the Fall Depository Library Council meeting and conference in Arlington, Virginia.

Wednesday, 17 October 2007

71. LSCM Director Contact Form Released

Communication with our community is key. Subject matter experts are available through our askGPO service. In addition to that service, Library Services and Content Management has released an LSCM director contact form. This form is designed to put the community in touch with senior staff within the organization. A drop-down form provides access to the following contacts: Ric Davis, Director Library Services & Content Management Laurie Hall, Director, Library Technical Information Services Robin Haun-Mohamed, Director, Collection Management & Preservation Ted Priebe, Director, Library Planning & Development Thank you for your support of the Federal Depository Library Program.

Friday, 19 October 2007

72. Depository Library Council Meeting Update - Tampa Bay, FL

The spring 2009 Depository Library Council (DLC) Meeting will be held at the Hyatt Regency Hotel located at 211 North Tampa Street, Tampa, Florida 33602. The 3-day meeting will begin at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, April 20, 2009, with registration and coffee. The meeting will conclude at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22. The preliminary schedule of events, which will be updated as session topics are added, is now available from the FDLP Desktop. You can also: Get more information on the Spring 2009 DLC Meeting; Register to attend; Make your hotel reservation online; Submit a proposal to present; Submit a vendor request; View airport transportation information; And other pertinent information...

Monday, 12 January 2009 | 3 hits

73. 2009 Spring DLC Meeting

The 2009 Spring Depository Library Council meeting will be held at the Hyatt Regency Tampa located at 211 North Tampa Street, Tampa, Florida, 33602. A limited number of rooms will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at the prevailing Government Per Diem rate of $104.00 (plus 12% tax) per night - single. Reservations should be made before Saturday, March 28, 2009 to ensure receiving the prevailing Government rate. Reservations made after March 28th will be subject to availability, and the rate may vary. The Government rate will be honored beginning beginning Thursday, April 16 through Saturday, April 25, 2009. For information on how to register online or by phone, go to the Events Calendar. If you have any problem making your reservation, please contact the Office of Education and Outreach at (202) 512-1119 for assistance. Attendee registration, call for presentations, and additional information will be available after the holidays.

Tuesday, 06 January 2009 | 5 hits

74. 2008 Interagency Depository Seminar Presentations

Presentations given at the 21st Annual Interagency Depository Seminar, which was held in Washington, DC from July 28, 2008 - August 1, 2008, have been released online. During the week-long seminar, representatives from various Federal agencies presented an overview of their information products and activities as they relate to Federal depository libraries. The presentations that were captured can be found in the file repository.

Thursday, 21 August 2008 | 3 hits

75. 2008 Fall Depository Library Conference

The Federal Depository Library Conference and Fall Depository Library Council meeting will be held at the Doubletree Hotel in Arlington, VA. On-site registration, along with coffee with Council members, starts at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, October 20, 2008. The Conference/Council meeting will begin with a GPO Update plenary session at 10:30 a.m. The conference will conclude on Wednesday, October 22, 2008. The Conference and Council meeting are open to everyone, and there is no registration fee. The programs provide Federal depository library staff, information professionals, and all others interested in Federal Government information dissemination the opportunity to stay current with Federal Depository Library Program activities, provide input into the planning process, and exchange ideas among colleagues. Coming Soon. Coming Soon. Accommodations – Please make your reservations early! The Conference and Council meeting will be held at the Doubletree Hotel, located at 300 Army Navy Dr., Arlington, VA 22202. A limited number of rooms will be available on a first-come, first-served basis at the Government rate prevailing at the time of the meeting. The Government rate may increase in the new fiscal year after October 1. The current rate is $201 (plus tax) per night single and $215.00 (plus tax) per night double. Registrants will be charged the prevailing Government rate regardless of the date of their registration. To book your reservations online, click here and use group/convention code FDL or by calling 1-800-HILTONS (445-8667). Please mention the GPO's Federal Depository Library Conference and Council meeting to receive the correct rate. Reservations should be made before Tuesday, September 16, 2008 to ensure receiving the prevailing Government rate. The Arlington VA’s room tax is 9 %. If you have any problem making your reservation, please contact the Office of Education and Outreach at (202) 512-1119 for assistance. Reservations made after Tuesday, September 16, 2008 will be subject to availability, and the rate may vary. The Government rate will be honored beginning Thursday, October 16 through Saturday, October 25, 2008. The hotel offers daily, overnight and valet parking. The maximum daily self parking rate is $19.00 per day (with tax), valet is $24.00 per day. Metro rail from the Reagan National Airport is approximately $2.00 and cab fare is approximately $8.00. The Doubletree offers a courtesy shuttle bus to and from Reagan National Airport to the hotel. Vendors Vendors interested in table space at the DLC meeting should fill out this form. GPO will provide a 3’ x 6’ table and two chairs. It will be the responsibility of the vendor to make arrangements for any additional requirements. Space is limited and will be on a first come first served basis. Additional Information Washington DC, Convention and Visitors Bureau - “The Official Tourism Site for Washington DC” National Park Service, District of Columbia

Tuesday, 01 July 2008 | 4 hits

76. Depository Library Council Meeting Hotel Reservations

The Westin Crown Center has created a Reservation page specifically for the 2008 Depository Library Council meeting being held in Kansas City, MO on March 31 – April 2, 2008. The online reservation system on the hotel’s main web page will not reflect the group rate. Please make your reservation online for the Westin Crown Center.

Thursday, 17 January 2008 | 3 hits

77. ALA Annual Conference

The 2008 Annual Conference was held in Anaheim, CA, from June 26–July 2, 2008. Committee and business meetings took place June 28-July 1, 2008, and Council Meetings run to July 2. Ric Davis represented GPO and participated in the GODORT thing and gave a speech. View Ric Davis' update and speech from ALA's 08 Annual Conferene.

Tuesday, 01 July 2008 | 3 hits

78. Census Document Recall

Dear Depository Librarian: I have been advised by the U.S. Census Bureau that some Census Bureau publications sent to depository libraries from 1992 to 1998 should not have been distributed. These materials were intended for internal use only, for field agent testing. Public access to these documents could compromise the integrity of the Census’ program for field agent testing. For that reason the publications are considered to be sensitive. Therefore as the U.S. Government Printing Office Superintendent of Documents, I need to request that depository libraries withdraw these publications from library collections. Descriptive information on these titles is shown below.   The Census 2000 Field Testing Materials (1997/1998) Form# Title Item# SuDoc Shipping List# Shipping List Date D-267 (S) Examen Para La Seleccion De Empleados De Campo, Censo de Puerto Rico -1990, Forma D-267A PR, April 10, 1989 0146-M C 3.272:D-267 APR 1989-0528-P 8/31/1989 D-267A Field Employee Selection Aid - Decennial Census, Form D-267A, February 13, 1996 0146-M C 3.272:D-267 A 1996-0183-P 4/3/1996 D-267A (S) Examen Para la Seleccion de Empleados de Campo, Vigesimo Primer Censo Decenal-1990, Formulario D-267A(S), (Spanish) 0146-M C 3.272:D-267 A(S) 1990-0276-P 5/7/1990 D-267A(S)-1997 Examen Para La Seleccion De Empleados De Campo (United States Census 2000) August 5, 1997 0146-M C 3.272:D-267 A(S)/997 1998-0026-P 10/27/1997 D-267A1 Field Employee Selection Aid Answer Sheet, Test A, United States Census 2000, January 12, 1998 0146-M C 3.272:D-267 A 1 1999-0056-P 11/23/1998 D-267B1 Field Employee Selection Aid Answer Sheet Test B, United States Census 2000, January 12, 1998 0146-M C 3.272:D-267 B 1 1999-0050-P 11/19/1998 D-270A Field Employee Selection Aid for Supervisors Test A (United States Census 2000) September 3, 1997 0146-M C 3.272:D-270 A 1998-0026-P 10/27/1997 D-270A1 Field Employee Selection Aid for Supervisors - Answer Sheet Test A, United States Census 2000, December 4, 1997 0146-M C 3.272:D-270 A 1 1999-0050-P 11/19/1998 D-270B Field Employee Selection Aid for Supervisors Test B, United States Census 2000, December 4, 1997 0146-M C 3.272:D-270 B 1998-0376-P 9/25/1998   After you have determined whether your library should have received these documents please locate them within your library and contact us. When you find any or some of these publications please pull them from the shelves and do not circulate them. They will need to be returned to GPO. Please use the contact form below to receive further instructions and send mailing labels. If any titles should be in the library but cannot be found, we would appreciate knowing this as well. If your depository did not select these item numbers, you may disregard this notice. Thank you very much for cooperating in this effort. Sincerely, Richard G. Davis Acting, Superintendent of Documents

Friday, 09 January 2009 | 24 hits

79. Publication of the Congressional Record

At the request of several libraries in the FDLP, GPO staff have obtained an update on the printing and publication of issues of the Congressional Record (Bound) Index and Daily Digest (X 1.1: item nos. 0993-B and 0993-C). As of December 15, 2008, volumes 144, 146, and 147 of the Daily Digest have been printed. Volume 145 of the Congressional Record (Bound) Daily Digest is currently being prepared for printing, but a release date is not available at this time. The latest published volumes of the Congressional Record (Bound) Index and Digest are listed below. GPO will be providing quarterly status updates for this title via the Desktop and FDLP-L. QUARTERLY REPORT OF THE CONGRESSIONAL BOUND RECORD INDEX AND DIGEST   DIGEST Item# Class Title Shipping List# Shipping List Date 0993B X 1.1:105/2-44/PT.21 105-2 United States of America, Congressional Record, Daily Digest, Vol. 144, Part 21, January 27 1998 to January 19, 1999 2005-0018-S 4/22/2005 0993B X 1.1:106/2-46/PT.20 106-2 U.S. of America, Congressional Record, Daily Digest of the 106th Congress Second Session, Vol. 146, Part 20, January 24, 2000 to Jan... 2006-0008-S 1/29/2006 0993B X 1.1:107/1-47/PT.22 107-1 U.S. of America Congressional Record, Daily Digest (Bound), Volume 147, Part 22, January 3, 2001 to January 3, 2002 2006-0027-S 8/9/2006 0993B X 1.1:107/2-48/PT.19 107-2 U.S. of America Congressional Record, Daily Digest (Bound), Volume 148, Part 19, January 23, 2002 to December 18, 2002 2007-0021-S 7/25/2007   INDEX Item# Class Title Shipping List# Shipping List Date 0993B X 1.1:105/1-143/PT.19/INDEX A-K 105-1 U. S. Congressional Record, Index, Vol. 143, Part 19, A-K, Jan. 7, 1997 to Dec. 15, 1997 2007-0009-SC 4/2/2007 0993B X 1.1:105/1-143/PT.19/INDEX L-Z 105-1 U. S. Congressional Record, Index, Vol. 143, Part 19, L-Z and History of Bills, Jan. 7, 1997 to Dec. 15, 1997 2007-0009-SC 4/2/2007  

Thursday, 08 January 2009 | 9 hits

80. Small Package Pick-up: Return Labels

GPO's Depository Distribution division has begun using UPS as its small package pickup contractor. There is now a new process for return labels. This streamlined process will allow for fewer misdirected packages. When Distribution receives a request for a return label, that request will be entered into the UPS Ship Master. The request is then forwarded to the UPS processing office in your area. The UPS Driver will come directly to your facility, pick up the box, label the box, and return it to GPO's Depository Distribution division. If your mail is received in a central facility, such as a mailroom, you should take the package to that area for pickup. The pickup should take place within 24 hours after entry into the UPS Ship Master. Please note that current processes for forwarding packages via FedEx remain the same.

Thursday, 13 March 2008 | 3 hits