SPN N1414 - Library Authority Control Services

Arlington County is seeking a qualified contractor to provide authority control services that ensure the consistency, accuracy, and reliability of bibliographic catalog records used by Arlington Public Library patrons and maintained by library staff. The work involves reviewing existing catalog entries, applying standardized authority control practices, correcting inconsistencies, and establishing ongoing maintenance procedures to keep the library’s catalog up‑to‑date. This effort supports the county’s mission to provide high‑quality information services to the community. • Perform comprehensive authority control reviews of library catalog records. • Apply standardized cataloging rules (e.g., RDA, MARC) to correct and harmonize data. • Develop and implement ongoing maintenance processes for future record updates.