When professional movers are hired to move a library collection, drawing up written specifications becomes the most important part of the planning process. Specifications explain exactly what needs to be done, form the basis for a legal contract, and provide the basis for determining the cost of the job. Precision is an important component of writing specifications, and existing specifications may serve as helpful examples. Additional considerations include: (1) beginning the specifications with a brief and general statement of the scope and purpose of the move; (2) scheduling a mandatory conference and site inspection for all interested movers; (3) determining the type of shelf transfer to be used; (4) asking the mover to submit a proposed logistical plan; (5) understanding the mover's tagging system; (6) meeting with the mover's supervisory personnel; (7) using floor plans; (8) specifying the amount and type of experience the moving personnel should have; (9) specifying the type of equipment to be used; (10) specifying a moving schedule; (11) ensuring that the mover assumes responsibility for protecting the property being moved and the premises in which the move is taking place; (12) making security arrangements; (13) ensuring that the mover will provide adequate cleaning services; and (14) determining any legal considerations. (KM)