Integrated library system (ILS) or a library services platform (LSP)

Utah State University Libraries is requesting information and specifications from vendors able to provide
the following features for an integrated library system (ILS) or a library services platform (LSP):

• Supports an online public catalog as well as circulation, acquisition, serials, cataloging, authority
control, course reserves, reporting, administrative, and fund accounting functions. Additional
supports for interlibrary loan are welcome.
• Provides an electronic resources management system
• Provides a cloud-based Software as a Service (SaaS) solution with a robust browser interface for
all primary functions. Client interfaces are also welcome but must have an equivalent or better
browser interface.
• Provides interoperability with an automated storage and retrieval system
• Supports a patron notification system including email and text messaging
• Supports batch ingestion, editing, or removal of records, particularly cataloging, acquisitions,
and patron records
• Supports a multi-library system, with ability to identify and checkout material in different
locations, ability to create unique web presences for different locations, and ability to track the
transfer of material between locations
• Adherence to Section 508 and WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines) standards.
• Provides a standard Application Programming Interface (API) to facilitate seamless integration
with external systems and applications.
• Integration with Microsoft 2FA (Two-Factor Authentication) and compatibility with SAML
(Security Assertion Markup Language) to support single sign-on authentication processes.
Support for SIP and SQL to facilitate communication and reporting.

Please contact Cameron Davis at cam.davis@usu.edu with any inquiries or to submit information.