Digital Archivist Support

PresolicitationNo Set AsideActive

Key Takeaways

  • Set-aside for No Set Aside businesses
  • Work to be performed in BELTSVILLE, MD
  • Industry: Libraries and Archives
  • Advance notice of upcoming solicitation

Contract Details

Notice ID
1166521
Opportunity Type
Presolicitation
Sub-Agency
AGRICULTURAL RESEARCH SERVICE
Office
USDA ARS AFM APD
Posted Date
Monday, March 23, 2026
Response Deadline
Tuesday, April 7, 2026
PSC Code
R605
Set-Aside
No Set Aside
Place of Performance
BELTSVILLE, MD, 20705
Status
Active

Description

Pre-solicitation for Commercial Services Prepared in Accordance with FAR Part 12 The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) intends to issue a BPA Call for a Digital Archivist. The intended sources are existing BPA holders under which multiple BPAs were awarded: 1232SA23A0006, 1232SA23A0007, and 1232SA23A0008. A Request for Quote (RFQ) will be issued to these BPA holders. Award will be made to the vendor that provides the best value to the Government for these services. Description of Services USDA requires a Digital Archivist to provide expert advice and operational support in the following areas: Scholarly publishing Research integrity Copyright and licensing Open access and public access to USDA-funded research These services will advance USDAs scientific integrity and gold-standard scie

Why This Opportunity Matters

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OF is actively seeking qualified contractors for libraries and archives with a set-aside for No Set Aside businesses in BELTSVILLE, MD. This set-aside designation means eligible businesses face reduced competition from larger firms.