Paper for Printed Paper Manufacturing
ID: SV0168-25Type: Sources Sought
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JUSTICE, DEPARTMENT OFFEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INCFEDERAL PRISON INDUSTRIES, INCSandstone, MN, 55072, USA

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Paper ManufacturingT (322)

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PAPER AND PAPERBOARD (9310)
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    The Department of Justice, through UNICOR (Federal Prison Industries, Inc.), is seeking information from contractors capable of supplying various types of paper for the manufacturing of printed paper products. The Request for Information (RFI) outlines specific paper types required, including vellum, offset, carbonless, and cover papers, with detailed specifications regarding sizes and weights. This procurement is crucial for supporting the production needs of UNICOR's printing facilities, which play a significant role in providing goods and services within the federal prison system. Interested parties must submit their responses, including company information and business size, via email to Wesley Newell at Wesley.Newell2@usdoj.gov by the deadline of November 22, 2024, at 2 PM EST. This RFI is solely for information purposes and will not result in a contract.

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    This Request for Information (RFI) issued by UNICOR, Federal Prison Industries, Inc., seeks responses regarding the capability of contractors to supply various types of paper for the production of printed paper products. The RFI was announced on November 6, 2024, with a submission deadline set for November 22, 2024. UNICOR has specified numerous paper types, including vellum, offset, carbonless, and cover papers, with detailed specifications regarding size and weights. This request is solely for information purposes and will not lead to any contract. Respondents must submit their company information, profile, and business size along with any relevant details to assist in developing an acquisition strategy. Responses should be sent via email only to the designated contact, Wesley Newell. The document emphasizes confidentiality of the responses and outlines that UNICOR will not cover any costs incurred by the respondents during this information-gathering process. Consequently, the RFI serves as an essential step for UNICOR to assess potential suppliers and their capabilities in fulfilling specific paper needs.
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