When is the submission deadline?

Submissions are due November 13, 2026.

What is the budget for this RFP?

The published budget is $25,000 – $1,000,000.

It was issued by Institute Of Museum And Library Services. The work is located in United States.

Who is a good fit for this opportunity?

Library, archives, or information science program specialists. Experience delivering professional training and continuing education. Expertise in workforce development, credentialing, and leadership programs. Strong background supporting libraries, archives, or graduate education institutions. Capacity to recruit and develop emerging library and archives professionals.

Librarian Program Services (Due November 13, 2026)

Overview

Education, Training & Libraries

United StatesPosted: September 2, 2026Deadline: November 13, 2026

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SUMMARY

The government authority seeks librarian program services to strengthen the national library and archival workforce. Activities include alternative credentialing pathways, continuing education, professional development, leadership development, and workforce recruitment and retention.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

BUDGET

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$25,000 – $1,000,000

CONTRACT DURATION

36 months

TIMELINE

Applications are due November 13th, 2026.

Notification of award decisions is anticipated in July 2027.

Projects must begin on August 1st, 2027.

The period of performance is August 1st, 2027, through July 31st, 2030.

CONTACTS

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Issuing Agency

Institute Of Museum And Library Services

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DESCRIPTION

The government authority in Washington, DC seeks a vendor to provide librarian program services that strengthen the library and archival workforce and help meet the information needs of communities of all types and sizes. The work will also increase the institutional capacity of libraries, archives, and library and information science graduate programs across the country.

The program is expected to explore alternative pathways into library services, including innovative alternatives to traditional credentialing and librarian education. It will use current tools and emerging topics in continuing education, provide training and professional development for library and archives professionals, develop faculty and information leaders, and recruit, educate, and retain the next generation of library and archives professionals.

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Frequently asked questions

When is the submission deadline?: Submissions are due November 13, 2026.
What is the budget for this RFP?: The published budget is $25,000 – $1,000,000.
Who issued this RFP?: It was issued by Institute Of Museum And Library Services. The work is located in United States.
Who is a good fit for this opportunity?: Library, archives, or information science program specialists
Experience delivering professional training and continuing education
Expertise in workforce development, credentialing, and leadership programs
Strong background supporting libraries, archives, or graduate education institutions
Capacity to recruit and develop emerging library and archives professionals

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