Notice of Intent to Sole Source
ID: 2031ZA25R00017Type: Special Notice
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TREASURY, DEPARTMENT OF THEBUREAU OF ENGRAVING AND PRINTING

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All Other Converted Paper Product Manufacturing (322299)

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https://sam.gov/opp/9992ae320e6a49879fafdd5d13718377/view
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    The Department of the Treasury, specifically the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, has issued a Notice of Intent to Sole Source for the procurement of a Micro-Optic Stripe (MOS) feature to be applied to Type VI distinctive currency paper. This specialized feature is crucial for enhancing the security of the Catalyst Family Design Federal Reserve Note, ensuring that it is accurately registered with distinctive substrate watermarks during the paper-making process. The intended contractor for this project is Crane and Company Inc., and interested parties who believe they have the necessary technical capabilities are encouraged to submit documentation by 3:00 p.m. EST on April 25, 2025. All responses must be sent via email to the designated contacts, Benjamin Demeter and Chad Underwood, and interested parties must be registered in the System for Award Management (SAM) to participate.

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