Post-Excavation Artifact Analysis & Curation

The contract requires comprehensive post-excavation analysis and curation of recovered archaeological artifacts, including cleaning, cataloging, detailed analysis, and secure storage in strict adherence to state regulations. Responsibilities encompass laboratory work, high-resolution photography, material characterization, and proper documentation to ensure the scientific integrity and long-term preservation of cultural materials. All activities must be performed at the designated performance location in Medford, Massachusetts, with full compliance to applicable state standards governing artifact handling and storage. This subcontract for artifact analysis and curation, classified under NAICS code 541380, was posted on May 4, 2026, with a formal response deadline of May 21, 2026. The procurement is managed by the Massachusetts Purchasing agency under the PUCH1 division, and the work is exclusively tied to the Medford location with no alternative sites permitted. The solicitation is unclassified with no setaside provisions applied, and interested parties must submit proposals through the official state procurement portal by the specified deadline.