The Bureau of Engraving & Printing (BEP) intends to award a sole-source, Firm-Fixed-Price Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) contract to Tower Products Inc. for OIL1040 solvent. This action is taken under FAR Part 13.5 and the authority of FAR 13.106-1(b), citing that Tower Products Inc. is the only reasonably available source. The NAICS Code is 325998 with a 750-employee size standard. This notice is not a request for competitive quotes, but responsible sources believing they can fulfill the requirement may submit capability statements via email to jason.roberts@bep.gov by 3:00 PM EST on December 19, 2025. Submissions must demonstrate the firm's ability to meet the needs without compromising quality and require active registration in the System for Award Management (SAM).
The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) requires a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for oils and greases to maintain numbering blocks used in currency production at both its Eastern and Western Currency Facilities. This procurement aims to replace consumable spare parts to improve efficiency, reduce stock-outs, and ensure consistent product quality for the next five years. The BPA will cover specific solvents and lubricants, with vendors needing to provide quotes including quantities, list prices, and lead times for delivery to BEP locations in Washington, D.C., and Fort Worth, TX. The contract outlines five annual ordering periods from January 2026 to January 2031, with delivery required 60 days after contract award. A Contracting Officer Representative (COR) will oversee technical aspects, while no specific security or government-furnished resources are involved. Deliverables include correct items, quantities, and timely delivery to specified locations with accurate shipping information.