Rigging Boards
ID: 2031ZA25Q00029Type: Solicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

All Other Converted Paper Product Manufacturing (322299)

PSC

PAPER AND PAPERBOARD (9310)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/8ea3eb68b9e84e8fb6de798c88712f29/view
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    Description

    The Department of the Treasury, specifically the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP), is soliciting a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for the supply of Rigging Boards essential for the manufacturing of U.S. currency. The procurement requires various types of rigging boards suitable for high-speed rotary presses, with a delivery deadline set for February 5, 2025, and a focus on compliance with environmental standards and safety regulations. These rigging boards play a critical role in ensuring the uninterrupted supply and quality control of currency production, which is vital for national security and integrity. Interested contractors should direct inquiries to Susan DelaCruz or Jacqueline Ambala via email, and must submit their offers and past performance questionnaires by the specified deadlines to be considered for this opportunity.

    Point(s) of Contact
    Susan DelaCruz
    susan.delacruz@bep.gov
    Jacqueline Ambala
    jacqueline.ambala@bep.gov
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    2031ZA25Q00029.pdf
    The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) is soliciting a Blanket Purchase Agreement (BPA) for the supply of Rigging Boards used in the manufacturing of U.S. currency. The solicitation outlines requirements for various types of rigging boards suitable for high-speed rotary presses. Key specifications include delivery by February 5, 2025, with an emphasis on compliance with environmental standards and safety regulations. The BPA extends over five years, requiring fixed pricing for each order period, covering specific item quantities and types, namely Type III and Type IV rigging boards. The document encompasses detailed performance criteria, including material composition, physical properties, and rigorous quality assurance provisions. Compliance with packaging, labeling, and delivery standards is mandated, with defined delivery locations and procedures to be followed. The document also stipulates inspection protocols, contractor responsibilities, and the need for clear communication regarding delays. This solicitation is aimed at ensuring uninterrupted supply and quality control in the production of currency to maintain national security and integrity.
    Attachment J.1 - Past Performance Questionnaire.docx
    The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) is seeking recent past performance information from contractors for its Rigging Board project, defined in Solicitation Number 2031ZA25Q00029. Offerors must submit a Past Performance Questionnaire to at least two Assessors who can confirm the relevance of their previous contracts, focusing on projects similar in size, scope, and complexity to the current requirement. Assessors are responsible for validating the information provided and completing additional sections of the questionnaire. They must email the final questionnaire to designated BEP contacts by February 5, 2025. The evaluation framework categorizes contractor performance into five ratings: Exceptional, Very Good, Satisfactory, Marginal, and Unsatisfactory, with specific definitions outlined for each category. Assessors will assess various aspects of the contractor’s performance including management capabilities, quality of work, cost accuracy, and overall responsiveness to customer needs. Finally, assessors must determine if the contractor is suitable for future contracts based on their performance. This process ensures rigorous evaluation of past performance to inform contract award decisions, aligning with federal procurement standards.
    SF30 - Amendment A0001 2031ZA25Q00029 - Rigging Boards Draft.pdf
    This document is an amendment to a federal solicitation (2031ZA25Q00029) issued by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, primarily modifying submission guidelines for offers and responding to contractor inquiries. The amendment clarifies that the deadline for offers may be extended, and it outlines the procedures by which contractors must acknowledge receipt of the amendment. Additionally, it permits changes to previously submitted offers under certain conditions, maintaining all other terms of the solicitation unchanged. A specific inquiry regarding options for addressing potential legislative changes affecting imported goods was raised, to which it was answered that there are currently no legislative changes impacting the requirement. The amendment serves to ensure compliance and transparency in the contract modification process while reinforcing the need for contractors to comply with the amended terms. Overall, it reflects the government's approach to facilitate communication with contractors and adapt to changing conditions in procurement processes.
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