Lepe, ns-Lepe, SNI, IFS, BPS Currency Strap and Bundle Band Rolls
ID: 2031ZA25N00019Type: Sources Sought
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TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF ENGRAVING AND PRINTINGOFFICE OF THE CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERWASHINGTON, DC, 20228, USA

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Commercial Printing (except Screen and Books) (323111)

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PAPER AND PAPERBOARD (9310)

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https://sam.gov/opp/98033d7df4714cbf924df06e1101f6a9/view
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    The Department of the Treasury's Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) is seeking suppliers for heat-sealable printed and unprinted currency strap and bundle band rolls compatible with various machinery, including Large Examining Printing Equipment and related systems. The objective of this Request for Information (RFI) is to gather insights for project planning and to identify potential vendors who can meet specific technical requirements, including providing a Safety Data Sheet for the polyethylene used, as well as details on grammage, thickness, and minimum order quantities. These materials are crucial for the currency production process, as they are used to securely bundle Federal Reserve Notes and ensure compliance with environmental regulations in Fort Worth, Texas, and Washington, D.C. Interested vendors must submit their responses by 5:00 PM Eastern Standard Time on January 24, 2025, to Benjamin Demeter at benjamin.demeter@bep.gov, with the understanding that the government will not provide feedback or acknowledgment of submissions.

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    The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to identify suppliers for heat-sealable printed and unprinted currency strap and bundle band rolls compatible with specific machinery including Large Examining Printing Equipment and other systems. This RFI aims to gather industry insights for project planning and does not constitute a contract solicitation. Vendors are required to provide a Safety Data Sheet for the polyethylene (PE) used, technical specifications related to grammage and thickness, and details about their products, such as minimum order quantities. Specific environmental compliance for the PE coating in Texas and Washington, D.C. is also mandated. The BEP will review submissions for potential future procurement and may request additional information or samples. Responses must be submitted by January 24, 2025, without expectation of receiving feedback or acknowledgment. The BEP emphasizes the importance of proper marking of any confidential information provided by respondents. This effort is aimed at ensuring that the materials used in the currency production process meet necessary quality and safety standards while adhering to environmental regulations.
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