RFI for High-Density Optical Data Storage Pilot Services - Presolicitation

The agency is seeking high-density optical data storage pilot services for the long-term preservation of a subset of its digital collections. This initiative aims to utilize ultra-high density optical storage on a novel medium for longevity and reduced migration intervals, potentially offering a permanent storage solution. The project covers the successful writing of 1TB of digital data in various formats onto robust, high-density optical media designed for superior areal density and longevity. The scope includes determining the accuracy of the writing process through early-stage error detection and demonstrating 100% data recovery. The contractor will document successful processes, shortcomings, error rates, timelines, potential solutions, risks, trends, and technological improvements throughout the performance period. This documentation will serve as a proof of concept for the potential indefinite storage approach on a novel optical storage medium. The agency requires the contractor to employ techniques for long-term storage, accurately identify and read selected data, display process scalability, and utilize validation methods for encoding, writing, storing, decoding, and data recovery stages. Eligibility is restricted to US organizations only, and the performance of the work will be conducted offsite. The agency is looking for proposals, and responses can be submitted digitally via email or online.