CHEM1520
ID: 2031ZA23P00187Type: Justification
AwardedFeb 22, 2023
Award #:2031ZA23P00187
Overview

Buyer

TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF ENGRAVING AND PRINTINGOFFICE OF THE CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICERWASHINGTON, DC, 20228, USA

PSC

CHEMICALS (6810)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/01b389729baf45ec8d6c26211d5fbcde/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Treasury, specifically the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, is seeking to justify a sole source procurement for the purchase of organo tin stabilizer, a PVC heat stabilizer, under purchase order 2031ZA23P00187. This contract has been awarded to Miles Ahead Distribution, highlighting the specific need for these chemicals in their operations. The procurement is critical for ensuring the quality and stability of materials used in the Bureau's printing processes. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Melva Robinson at melva.robinson@bep.gov.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Melva Robinson
    melva.robinson@bep.gov
    Files
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    SF 1013 Sole Source Justification Chem 1520 Redacted.pdf
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