Smithsonian Number Coordination & Site Numbering

The contract seeks a subcontractor to coordinate the acquisition of Smithsonian numbers for newly identified archaeological sites from State Historic Preservation Offices and to assign contractor-specific identification numbers to isolated finds. This task is critical for maintaining consistent federal records and ensuring proper documentation of cultural resources within the scope of federal land management activities. The work requires close collaboration with SHPO offices to verify site eligibility and obtain official Smithsonian trinomials while simultaneously establishing a clear system of contractor IDs for isolated artifacts or low-density finds that do not meet the threshold for full site designation. The contract is classified under NAICS code 541620 for archaeological services and is associated with the National Interagency Fire Center under the Department of the Interior. Submissions are due by July 15, 2026, with the opportunity posted on June 30, 2026, indicating a relatively short window for response. Although specific performance locations and point of contact details are not provided, the work is anticipated to involve coordination across multiple states and federal land units where cultural resource surveys are conducted in conjunction with fire management and land use activities. The subcontractor must demonstrate proven experience in cultural resource management, familiarity with the Smithsonian numbering system, and the ability to maintain accurate, defensible records under federal protocols.