Newspaper Digitization

The 354th Contracting Squadron at Eielson Air Force Base is seeking services to digitize historical newspaper collections. The project involves scanning and processing approximately 9,640 surfaces from weekly newspapers published between 1952 and 1979. This is a one-time, firm-fixed-price service set aside for small businesses under NAICS code 518210. The scope includes data collection, image processing, and delivering searchable digital files on five external hard drives. All work must be completed within a 120-day performance period, and all original archival documents must be returned in their original packaging within six months. Technical requirements are specific, mandating touchless overhead scanning and the use of trained archival staff to handle fragile materials, including volumes with water damage. The Statement of Work and Q&A documents establish technical constraints for handling government-furnished archival newspapers, including the use of touchless overhead scanning. The project involves a one-time digitization of approximately 9,640 surfaces of historical newspapers from Eielson AFB, covering the years 1952 through 1979.