Silberman Archival Storage

Hunter College seeks to establish an off-site archival storage facility for its library books from the Silberman Building, requiring climate-controlled conditions, security measures, and controlled access to ensure the preservation and safety of the materials. The contract, titled Silberman Archival Storage, is open to qualified vendors and is managed by the City University of New York (CUNY) under the New York State procurement process. The project has a budget range between $500,000 and $2,000,000, with a contract duration of five years, and is open to all NYS counties, emphasizing a statewide scope. The solicitation was posted on September 24, 2024, with a response deadline of October 16, 2024. Notably, the contract does not set aside opportunities for service-disabled veteran-owned or disadvantaged-owned businesses, indicating open competition without specific subcontracting goals. This procurement is part of CUNY’s efforts to secure specialized storage solutions for archival materials, with no previous awards for similar contracts within the past five years. Interested vendors can find more details and respond through the designated online portal.