BOOK PRESERVATION SERVICES, COUNTY OF LANCASTER, PA

The County of Lancaster seeks a qualified archival‑conservation firm to restore, preserve, and digitize fifteen historic Letter of Attorney deed books (dated 1811‑1897). The contractor must handle all aspects of the work—including condition assessment, secure pickup, climate‑controlled storage, professional conservation treatment, non‑destructive scanning, documentation, and return of the original volumes—while adhering to strict ethical and preservation standards. The base contract is for one year with two optional one‑year extensions, and no subcontracting is permitted. Proposals must be submitted by October 22, 2026, and attendance at a mandatory pre‑bid conference on October 1, 2026 is required. • Restore and preserve 15 historic deed books (1811‑1897) • Perform full condition assessments, inventory, and chain‑of‑custody documentation • Provide climate‑controlled transport and storage off‑site • Execute professional conservation treatments using archival‑grade materials • Digitize each volume non‑destructively, enhance images, and deliver organized digital files • Supply before‑and‑after photos, a final preservation report, and recommendations for future handling • No subcontractors allowed; all work must be performed by the vendor’s own staff • Contract period: 1 year (with two 1‑year renewal options)