Government
Supporting federal, state, and local agencies as they preserve institutional memory, modernize records and archives, and strengthen public trust in an age of rapid digital and AI-fueled change.
Government agencies are stewards of the public record, responsible for safeguarding history, upholding transparency, and enabling well-informed decision‑making. But in 2026, that mission is harder than ever.
Agencies are navigating shrinking budgets, aging systems, rising FOIA demand, cybersecurity threats, and the pressing need to modernize analog collections. At the same time, staff retirements and institutional knowledge loss are accelerating, while AI adoption introduces new opportunities and new risks.
Whether you’re managing a records backlog, digitizing collections, improving access, or preparing for digital‑first mandates, History Associates helps agencies meet these challenges with clarity, rigor, and a deep understanding of the public mission.
“You’re responsible for safeguarding the public record; we’re here to help you do it with confidence.”
Megan O’Hern-Crook, C.A.
Director, Archives & Information Management
▼ Additional HAI CONTENT:
Government Services Executive Summary
HAI Federal Capabilities Statement
Digitizing Government Records - Your Strategy Guide for Digital Transformation
Let’s work together to create meaningful solutions that bring history to life.
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Contracting Vehicle
- Contract 7QSMS25D0042
- Category 493110RM : Physical Records Management Services (Formerly GSA Schedule 36 SIN 51-504)
NAICS Codes:
- 519120 Libraries and Archives
- 519190 All Other Information Services
- 541611 Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services
- 541720 Research and Development in the Social Sciences and Humanities
- 541990 All Other Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
- 561210 Facilities Support Services
- 561990 All Other Support Services (Museum Cataloging Services)
- 712110 Museums
- 712120 Historical Sites
- 541690 Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services
- 561499 All Other Business Support Services
Insights to Strengthen Your Mission
Across federal, state, and local agencies, leaders are asking how to preserve institutional memory, modernize systems, and meet rising expectations for transparency and access. We help you and your team tackle these questions and more.
Common goals we support:
- How can we treat our records and archives as strategic assets rather than storage obligations?
- What are ways we can modernize our analog collections to reduce risk and improve access?
- How can we build digital preservation workflows that can scale?
- What are effective ways we can integrate AI into our operations?
- How can we prepare for AI adoption with clear governance and human oversight?
- What are leading practices related to capturing our institutional knowledge before it walks out the door?
- What are new, creative ways we can use history and access to strengthen public trust and agency identity?
Our Work Across Government Agencies
For more than forty‑five years, HAI has helped government agencies manage records, preserve history, and improve access to information. We understand the regulatory landscape, the operational realities, and the significance of preserving public trust.
Selected Government Case Studies
Office of Representative Don Young: Congressional Office Closeout Support
Katmai National Park and Preserve: Strategic Planning for Three Alaskan Parks
ABMC Visitor Exhibits, Collection Preservation & Digitization, and Historical Research
Pressures, Possibilities, and Precautions
HAI's 2026 AI Signature Research ReportArtificial intelligence has moved from the margins to the center of professional practice. Across heritage, archival, and legal sectors, AI is reshaping how institutions work, how they make decisions, and how they earn — or lose — public trust.
HAI Government Services
EXECUTIVE SUMMARYFor an overview of HAI and our professional government services, download this FREE, printable executive summary for reference.
Why Government Agencies Trust HAI
- 45+ years supporting federal, state, and local agencies
- Deep expertise in records, archives, and digital transformation
- Proven track record in FOIA, declassification, and compliance
- Specialists in digitization, metadata, and access workflows
- Guidance for responsible AI adoption in public‑sector contexts
One of America’s fastest growing private companies
One of the MidAtlantic’s Fastest Growing Private Companies
Fastest Growing Company in Greater DC & Fastest Growing Small Tech Company
Whether you’re modernizing records, digitizing collections, improving access, or preparing for AI‑driven change, we’re ready to help.