Libraries Information Management System and Digital Collections Platform

Clemson University Libraries is seeking a vendor to provide a single integrated solution to function as an Information Management System and Digital Collections Platform. The system should be able to house and maintain archival descriptions and digital collections content. The contract will be for a series of 1-year terms up to a maximum of 5 years, paid annually, and include professional services for training, migration, and implementation. The vendor should be capable of implementing and training all those involved in the use and maintenance of the proposed solution within an 8-12 week timeframe. Some key features required in the system include: • Standalone front-end user interface accessed via custom URL • Ability to customize branding, design, and layout of front-end user interface • Ability to create front-end landing pages for digital collections • Built-in artificial intelligence tools or an API interface to support integration of external tools • Support for national and international metadata standards • System architecture, technology support, and authentication • Create archival records, including accession records, location records, and finding aids • Create digital collections with collection landing pages, unique names, metadata parameters, and controlled vocabularies • Search and successfully locate archival collections content and digital collections content • Interoperability with other systems, such as the South Carolina Digital Library and the Digital Public Library of America • Analytics to track creation and usage The proposal should include a detailed description of the proposed solution, a technical proposal, a financial proposal, and any other relevant information.