The United States Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service (ARS), intends to award a sole source contract for Digital Preservation Software Support to Artefactual, the developer of the Archivematica software. The primary objective of this procurement is to establish a long-term digital preservation system that ensures the accessibility and integrity of the National Agricultural Library's digital collections, addressing critical needs such as data redundancy, software obsolescence, and compliance with the OAIS ISO 14721 standard. This initiative is vital for managing the increasing volume of digital content and safeguarding against data loss, thereby supporting the library's strategic priorities. Interested parties may submit documentation to Angela B. Wingert at angela.wingert@usda.gov by September 16, 2024, with the anticipated contract performance period beginning September 30, 2024, and extending through September 2029.