Library Authority Control Services

Overview

Education, Training & Libraries

Virginia, United StatesPosted 16 days agoDeadline: May 8th, 2026

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SUMMARY

Arlington Public Library requests authority control services to maintain reliable and accurate bibliographic catalog records.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

Must be a qualified contractor capable of providing authority control services
Must be registered in the Arlington County PRISM+ system
Must not submit solicitation via the Commonwealth of Virginia's eVA system

BUDGET

Estimate

$10,000 – $50,000

TIMELINE

Issued: April 20th, 2026

Closing: May 8th, 2026

Issuing Agency

Arlington County Government

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DESCRIPTION

The Arlington Public Library seeks vendors to provide authority control services aimed at ensuring the consistency, accuracy, and reliability of bibliographic catalog records. These records are utilized both by library patrons and maintained by library staff. The authority control services are intended to support the library's efforts to optimize catalog quality and facilitate efficient resource discovery.

The selected vendor will be responsible for maintaining and updating authority files, enhancing catalog data, and supporting the library in implementing best practices for bibliographic record management. The initiative is critical for sustaining high standards in public library service and ongoing cataloging activities.

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