SW250705.pdf

This is a Solicitation Waiver Justification and Request Form from the State of Nevada Department of Administration Purchasing Division, involving the Nevada Department of Tourism & Cultural Affairs and the vendor TheirStory. The document requests a sole source procurement for a digital platform to support the America250 Nevada oral history project, which aims to create a six-part series podcast celebrating the America250 semiquincentennial in 2026. The contract is for a one-time purchase with a start date upon approval and an end date of 12/31/2027, with a total estimated value of $31,500.

The service includes 500 hours of hosted recordings, 500 hours of AI transcription and indexing, unlimited user accounts, ongoing technical support, access to training, and premium support. TheirStory is identified as the preferred vendor by the federal government, offering a discounted rate for states participating in the America250 national program. The funding will come from state appropriated funds, and the platform provides unique capabilities such as creating Project Spaces for various partners, secure video recording, automatic transcription, and comprehensive content management tools for oral history collection and preservation.