Presolicitation Notice for Currency Paper
ID: 2031ZA25R00002Type: Presolicitation
Overview

Buyer

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

NAICS

Paper MillsT (32212)

PSC

PAPER AND PAPERBOARD (9310)

Original Source

https://sam.gov/opp/b1eb3e224d764d78931c2bbfa4e11183/view
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    The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP), part of the U.S. Department of the Treasury, is seeking contractors for the procurement of distinctive currency paper and various security papers. The contract requires the production of both distinctive and non-distinctive banknote paper, as well as test papers, all adhering to specific material specifications and security requirements. This procurement is critical for the manufacturing of U.S. currency, ensuring compliance with the Conte Amendment, which mandates that currency paper be produced in the United States and restricts foreign ownership of suppliers. Interested contractors must demonstrate adequate manufacturing capacity and security infrastructure, and they can contact Wesley Rankins at wesley.rankins@bep.gov for further details. The timeline for responses and adherence to federal procurement regulations will be emphasized throughout the process.

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    Wesley Rankins
    wesley.rankins@bep.gov
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    The Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) has issued a presolicitation notice for the procurement of distinctive currency paper and various security papers. This requirement includes the production of both distinctive and non-distinctive banknote paper and test papers to adhere to specific material specifications. The contractor must possess the capacity to manufacture the paper in compliance with the Conte Amendment, which mandates that currency paper be produced in the United States and restricts foreign ownership of suppliers. To qualify, potential contractors must demonstrate adequate manufacturing capacity, technical resources, and security infrastructure to handle security materials for U.S. currency. They must also produce a cotton-linen specialty paper with specific security features and comply with the BEP's stringent requirements for physical and personnel security. The notice outlines the timeline for responses and emphasizes adherence to federal procurement regulations, ensuring all submissions meet necessary standards to support U.S. currency production operations effectively and securely.
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